Israel, a simple guide to the most misunderstood country on earth, Noa Tishby
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Israel, a simple guide to the most misunderstood country on earth, Noa Tishby
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eng
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 311-321) and index
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non fiction
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Israel
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bibliography
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Noa Tishby
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a simple guide to the most misunderstood country on earth
Summary
A personal, spirited, and concise chronological timeline spanning from Biblical times to today that explores one of the most fascinating countries in the worldIsrael. Israel. The small strip of arid land is 5,700 miles away but remains a hot button issue and a thorny topic of debate. But while everyone seems to have a strong opinion about Israel, how many people actually know the facts? Here to fill in the information gap is Israeli American Noa Tishby. Offering a fresh, 360degree view, Tishby brings her straightshooting, engaging, and slightly irreverent voice to the subject, creating an accessible and dynamic portrait of a tiny country of outsized relevance. Through bitesized chunks of history and deeply personal stories, Tishby chronicles her homeland's evolution, beginning in Biblical times and moving forward to cover everything from WWI to Israel's creation to the real disputes dividing the country today. Tackling popular misconceptions with an abundance facts, Tishby provides critical context around headlinegenerating controversies and offers a clear, intimate account of the richly cultured country of Israel
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adult
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