Israel Explained: History, Conflict, and Why Israel Matters to the United States - Couverture souple

Calder, Thomas R.

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798250723145

Editeur : Independently published, 2026

Synopsis

Why does Israel matter so much in world politics?

A country smaller than many American states appears constantly in global headlines. Wars, diplomacy, alliances, and crises in the Middle East often revolve around Israel. But to understand why, it is necessary to look beyond the daily news cycle.

Israel Explained examines the deeper forces that have shaped Israel’s history and its role in international politics. From the ancient history of the land to the rise of modern Zionism, the creation of the state in 1948, and the conflicts that followed, this book traces how geography, historical memory, and regional rivalry have shaped Israel’s strategic position.

It also explores the wider geopolitical landscape in which Israel operates: the Palestinian question, the shifting balance of power in the Middle East, and the strategic partnership between Israel and the United States.

Written in a clear and accessible style, this book does not attempt to argue a political position. Instead, it seeks to explain the historical and geopolitical realities that continue to place Israel at the centre of global attention.

For readers trying to understand one of the most complex and debated regions in the world, Israel Explained provides a concise guide to the forces that shape the country, its conflicts, and its enduring significance to the United States.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798250723145
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 165
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