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Book Synopsis: The relationship between Jews and Muslims has been a flashpoint that affects stability in the Middle East and has consequences around the globe. In this absorbing and eloquent book Martin Gilbert challenges the standard media portrayal and presents a fascinating account of hope, opportunity, fear, and terror that have characterized these two peoples through the 1,400 years of their intertwined history.
Harking back to the Biblical story of Ishmael and Isaac, Gilbert takes the reader from the origins of the fraught relationship—the refusal of Medina’s Jews to accept Mohammed as a prophet—through the ages of the Crusader reconquest of the Holy Land and the great Muslim sultanates to the present day. He explores the impact of Zionism in the first half of the twentieth century, the clash of nationalisms during the Second World War, the mass expulsions and exodus of 800,000 Jews from Muslim lands following the birth of Israel, the Six-Day War and its aftermath, and the political sensitivities of the current Middle East.
In Ishmael’s House sheds light on a time of prosperity and opportunity for Jews in Muslim lands stretching from Morocco to Afghanistan, with many instances of Muslim openness, support, and courage. Drawing on Jewish, Christian, and Muslim sources, Gilbert uses archived material, poems, letters, memoirs, and personal testimony to uncover the human voice of this centuries-old conflict. Ultimately Gilbert’s moving account of mutual tolerance between Muslims and Jews provides a perspective on current events and a template for the future.
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Looking for a captivating and thought-provoking read? Look no further! Ishmael's House: A History of Jews in Muslim Lands is a book that will challenge your perspectives and shed light on an often misunderstood relationship. In this mesmerizing account, Martin Gilbert breaks away from the standard media portrayal and delves into 1,400 years of intertwined history between Jews and Muslims.
From the refusal of Medina's Jews to accept Mohammed as a prophet to the present day, Gilbert explores the deep-rooted emotions of hope, opportunity, fear, and terror that have shaped these two peoples. Drawing parallels to the biblical story of Ishmael and Isaac, this book takes you on a journey through the ages of the Crusader reconquest, the impact of Zionism, the aftermath of the Six-Day War, and the political complexities of the modern Middle East.
In Ishmael's House provides an invaluable perspective on a time when Jews thrived in Muslim lands, showcasing instances of Muslim openness, support, and courage. By incorporating Jewish, Christian, and Muslim sources, Gilbert offers a well-rounded exploration of this historical conflict. Dive into archived materials, poems, letters, memoirs, and personal testimonies to truly grasp the human voice that resounds throughout this compelling narrative.
Gain insights into the rich tapestry of mutual tolerance that once existed between these two cultures and use it as a lens to better understand current events. Ishmael's House presents not only a gripping tale but also a template for a future where peaceful coexistence is possible.
Don't miss out on this eye-opening journey! Get your copy of Ishmael's House: A History of Jews in Muslim Lands today and expand your knowledge of our shared history.
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