Ten Myths About Israel : Pappe, Ilan: desertcart.in: Books Review: Ten Myths About Israel by renowned historian Ilan Pappé is a masterclass in intellectual bravery, scholarly precision, and moral clarity. With piercing insight and unflinching honesty, Pappé dismantles the foundational myths that have long shielded Israeli policies from scrutiny and distorted the narrative surrounding Palestine. Through ten accessible yet deeply researched chapters, Pappé confronts some of the most persistent falsehoods — from the idea that Palestine was "a land without a people" to the claim that Israel is the “only democracy in the Middle East.” Each myth is unpacked with rigorous historical evidence, compelling arguments, and a profound sense of justice. What makes this book especially powerful is its refusal to sanitise history for comfort. Pappé dares to name what so many others avoid: the Nakba was not a tragic accident of war, but a deliberate campaign of ethnic cleansing. His writing cuts through the fog of propaganda and reminds readers that truth-telling is an essential act of resistance. This book is a beacon for anyone seeking clarity amid the noise, a vital tool for educators, students, activists, and anyone who refuses to be complicit in silence. With elegance and urgency, Ten Myths About Israel calls us not only to rethink what we’ve been told, but to stand firmly on the side of truth and human dignity. Review: short, easy to read, and challenges assumptions most people take for granted. A must-read for everyone.
| Best Sellers Rank | #418,717 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #59 in Jewish Social Studies #646 in Middle Eastern History (Books) #1,366 in History of Civilization & Culture |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (971) |
| Dimensions | 13.87 x 1.22 x 20.9 cm |
| Generic Name | Books |
| ISBN-10 | 1786630192 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1786630193 |
| Item Weight | 1 kg 50 g |
| Language | English |
| Paperback | 192 pages |
| Publisher | Verso (2 May 2017) |
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Ten Myths About Israel by renowned historian Ilan Pappé is a masterclass in intellectual bravery, scholarly precision, and moral clarity. With piercing insight and unflinching honesty, Pappé dismantles the foundational myths that have long shielded Israeli policies from scrutiny and distorted the narrative surrounding Palestine. Through ten accessible yet deeply researched chapters, Pappé confronts some of the most persistent falsehoods — from the idea that Palestine was "a land without a people" to the claim that Israel is the “only democracy in the Middle East.” Each myth is unpacked with rigorous historical evidence, compelling arguments, and a profound sense of justice. What makes this book especially powerful is its refusal to sanitise history for comfort. Pappé dares to name what so many others avoid: the Nakba was not a tragic accident of war, but a deliberate campaign of ethnic cleansing. His writing cuts through the fog of propaganda and reminds readers that truth-telling is an essential act of resistance. This book is a beacon for anyone seeking clarity amid the noise, a vital tool for educators, students, activists, and anyone who refuses to be complicit in silence. With elegance and urgency, Ten Myths About Israel calls us not only to rethink what we’ve been told, but to stand firmly on the side of truth and human dignity.
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short, easy to read, and challenges assumptions most people take for granted. A must-read for everyone.
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Ten Myths
A**T
It is essential to know the history of the Palestine-Israel conflict and the many different points of view that obscure the truth.
Y**F
Very interesting
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