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The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine
336 pages, 2007
Israeli historian Ilan Pappe's groundbreaking book, The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine, revisits the formation of Israel. Between 1947 and 1949, over 400 Palestinian villages were destroyed, civilians were massacred and around a million men, women, and children were expelled from their homes at gunpoint. For almost six decades, this was denied by many western historians; however, today it can only be called ethnic cleansing.
In his impressive archival research, Pappe demonstrates that from its very inception, one of the central planks in Israel's founding ideology was the forcible removal of the indigenous population. Anyone interested in current events in the Middle East should read this book.
Ilan Pappe's The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine uncovers a narrative that has been hidden for decades. It's a deep dive into the history of Palestine, revealing the systematic removal of Palestinians from their homeland. This book will make you question what you thought you knew about this historical event.
Pappe digs into the role of Zionist ideology in the ethnic cleansing of Palestine. He argues that this ideology was a driving force behind the displacement of Palestinians. This book will give you a new perspective on the impact of political ideologies on historical events.
The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine is a testament to the power of documented evidence. Pappe uses a wealth of archival material to support his arguments, making it hard to dismiss his claims. This book will show you the importance of research and evidence in understanding history.
Pappe doesn't just focus on the political and ideological aspects of the ethnic cleansing of Palestine. He also explores the human cost, giving voice to the experiences of those who were displaced. This book will make you see the human side of historical events.
The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine isn't just about the past. Pappe also looks at the ongoing impact of these historical events on the present-day Middle East. This book will make you think about how history continues to shape our world.
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Ilan Pappe's book is a necessary and courageous deconstruction of the myth of Israel's 'moral' existence, using the country's own archives to reveal a shocking, systematic and planned ethnic cleansing of Palestine.
John Pilger - Journalist, Documentary FilmmakerIlan Pappe's book is a meticulously researched and powerful account, a crucial contribution to the struggle to unearth the truth about what has been, and continues to be, one of the most misrepresented episodes in modern history.
Noam Chomsky - Linguist, Philosopher