Palestine: A Primer
$41.21
- Hardcover
224 pages
- Release Date
1 December 2026
Summary
Come for a walk with me, if you would, along the streets of Jerusalem. My family has walked these streets for more than a thousand years.
Rashid Khalidi invites readers to learn more about Palestine in what is both a deeply personal and yet expansive account of the last hundred years of the country’s history. By blending detailed research with firsthand experiences, this book is equal parts compelling and informative—the perfect educational resource for all ages. From the Balfour Decl…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781250376060 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1250376068 |
| Author: | Rashid Khalidi |
| Publisher: | St Martin's Press |
| Imprint: | St Martin's Press |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 224 |
| Release Date: | 1 December 2026 |
| Weight: | 454g |
| Dimensions: | 154mm x 233mm |
| Audience Age: | 14 |
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Critics Review
“Khalidi presents this history in clear language, unpacking complex terminology and historical concepts and organizing the material into short, clearly titled sections, making the detailed content accessible. The sequential structure helps readers follow shifting political trends while staying focused on the main topic. Spot art portraits, photos, maps, and text boxes add depth, and the visual design is inviting. Khalidi offers a compelling introduction for those seeking to understand Palestine’s political history and the enduring legacy of occupation. Extensively documented and deeply personal; an essential read.”–Kirkus, starred review
“The author enlivens the expansive history with personal stories: his ancestors lived in Jerusalem for generations, he was in Beirut with his young family when Israel launched the 1982 invasion, and he participated in some of the diplomatic turning points he describes. Strongly recommended for readers who want to understand the Palestinian experience of colonization, displacement, and domination.” –Booklist
Rashid Khalidi
Rashid Khalidi is the author of Palestinian Identity, Brokers of Deceit, and The Iron Cage, among others. His writing has appeared in the New York Times, Boston Globe, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, and many other journals. He is the Edward Said Professor of Modern Arab Studies at Columbia University in New York and editor of the Journal of Palestine Studies.
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