Beyond Intifada: Narratives of Freedom Fighters in the Gaza Strip - Softcover

Gordon, Haim

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0742562328 ISBN 13: 9780742562325

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, 2008

Synopsis

In the final weeks of 1987, the Gaza Strip became the major battleground of what is considered one of the few authentic national rebellions of the second half of the 20th century. Although the story of the Intifada in the Gaza Strip, with its tragic and inspiring outcomes, is slowly fading from the world's collective memory, the repercussions have ongoing impact on today's peace process. Beyond Intifada presents the captivating personal stories of six Palestinians, adding a rich, human dimension to the news events that the Western media has only partially explored. Helping to put their stories in perspective, the book provides a brief history of the Israel-Palestine conflict, as well as an overview of the Intifada itself. As the conflict in the Middle East continues, the personal stories in Beyond Intifada provide an remarkable glimpse beyond the politics into the lives of Palestinian people.

About this title

About the Author

Haim Gordon is professor emeritus of education at Ben Gurion University, Beer Sheva, Israel. He is the editor, coeditor, or author of 17 earlier books. Rivca Gordon is director of the Foundation for Democratic Education in Israel and is an independent scholar who has coauthored or edited several earlier books. Taher Shriteh is a freelance journalist who has worked for CBS, BBC, The New York Times, and Reuters in the Gaza Strip.

Edition details

• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0742562328
• ISBN 13: 9780742562325
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 176