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Middle East - The Land of Hope and Fear: Israel's Battle for Its Inner Soul

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“Book Synopsis: A rich, wide-ranging portrait of the divisions among Israelis today, at a critical juncture in their country’s history, by a veteran New York Times correspondent who has spent decades working in Israel”

“A wondrous tale told through the agonizing and uplifting stories of Israel’s many tribes — Jewish and Arab, religious and secular, new immigrants and veterans, soldiers and settlers.”—Martin Indyk, author of Master of the Game, and former U.S. ambassador to Israel

Despite Israel's determined staying power in a hostile environment, its military might, and the innovation it fosters in businesses globally, the country is more divided than ever. The old guard—socialist secular elites and idealists—are a dying breed, and the state’s democratic foundations are being challenged. A dynamic and exuberant country of nine million, Israel is now largely comprised of native-born Hebrew speakers, and yet any permanent sense of security and normalcy is elusive.

In The Land of Hope and Fear, we meet Israelis: Jews and Arabs, religious and secular, Eastern and Western, liberals and zealots—plagued by perennial conflict and existential threats, citizens who remain deeply polarized politically, socially, and ideologically, even as they undergo generational change and redefine what it is to be an Israeli. Who are these people and to what do they aspire?

In moving narratives and with on-the-ground reporting, Isabel Kershner reveals the core of what holds Israel together and the forces that threaten its future through the lens of real people: a son of Zionist pioneers, cynical about what is to come and his people’s status in it; a woman in her nineties whose life in a kibbutz has disintegrated; a brilliant poet caught up in the political maelstrom; an Arab gallery owner archiving a lost Palestinian landscape; and a descendant of the Russian aliyah; representing millions of culturally and religiously different Jews, laying bare the question Who is an Israeli? The Land of Hope and Fear decodes Israel today at its seventy-fifth anniversary, examining the ways in which the country has both exceeded and failed the ideals and expectations of its founders.

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Discover the rich and dynamic tapestry of Israel's history with The Land of Hope and Fear: Israel's Battle for Its Inner Soul. This captivating book offers a wide-ranging portrait of the divisions among Israelis today, providing a critical examination of a country at a pivotal moment in its history. Written by a seasoned New York Times correspondent, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of Israeli society.

Despite facing numerous challenges, Israel has managed to thrive in a hostile environment, showcasing its military might and fostering innovation in global businesses. However, beneath the surface, the country is facing deep divisions. The old guard, consisting of socialist secular elites and idealists, is fading away, and the state's democratic foundations are being called into question. With a population of nine million, Israel is a vibrant and diverse nation, yet a sense of security and normalcy remains elusive.

In The Land of Hope and Fear, you'll meet a diverse range of Israelis, including Jews and Arabs, the religious and the secular, Eastern and Western influences, liberal thinkers and passionate zealots. Through moving narratives and on-the-ground reporting, the author, Isabel Kershner, delves into the heart of Israeli society, exploring the tensions and aspirations that define the country. This book sheds light on the challenges faced by Israelis, both politically and socially, as they navigate a changing world and grapple with questions of identity.

From a son of Zionist pioneers unsure of his people's future to a woman in her nineties witnessing the erosion of her kibbutz community, each story reveals the complex and nuanced reality of Israeli life. Kershner introduces us to a brilliant poet caught in the political maelstrom and an Arab gallery owner preserving a lost Palestinian landscape. These real-life encounters offer insights into the diverse perspectives of Israelis, challenging our notions of what it means to be an Israeli.

At its seventy-fifth anniversary, Israel stands at a crossroads. In The Land of Hope and Fear, Isabel Kershner explores the ways in which the country has both succeeded and fallen short of the ideals and expectations set forth by its founders. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply looking to gain a deeper understanding of this complex nation, this book is an essential read.

Don't miss out on this thought-provoking journey into the soul of Israel. Order your copy of The Land of Hope and Fear: Israel's Battle for Its Inner Soul today and delve into the compelling stories that define the Israeli experience.

Discover the rich and dynamic tapestry of Israel's history with The Land of Hope and Fear: Israel's Battle for Its Inner Soul. This captivating book offers a wide-ranging portrait of the divisions among Israelis today, providing a critical examination of a country at a pivotal moment in its history. Written by a seasoned New York Times correspondent, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of Israeli society.

Despite facing numerous challenges, Israel has managed to thrive in a hostile environment, showcasing its military might and fostering innovation in global businesses. However, beneath the surface, the country is facing deep divisions. The old guard, consisting of socialist secular elites and idealists, is fading away, and the state's democratic foundations are being called into question. With a population of nine million, Israel is a vibrant and diverse nation, yet a sense of security and normalcy remains elusive.

In The Land of Hope and Fear, you'll meet a diverse range of Israelis, including Jews and Arabs, the religious and the secular, Eastern and Western influences, liberal thinkers and passionate zealots. Through moving narratives and on-the-ground reporting, the author, Isabel Kershner, delves into the heart of Israeli society, exploring the tensions and aspirations that define the country. This book sheds light on the challenges faced by Israelis, both politically and socially, as they navigate a changing world and grapple with questions of identity.

From a son of Zionist pioneers unsure of his people's future to a woman in her nineties witnessing the erosion of her kibbutz community, each story reveals the complex and nuanced reality of Israeli life. Kershner introduces us to a brilliant poet caught in the political maelstrom and an Arab gallery owner preserving a lost Palestinian landscape. These real-life encounters offer insights into the diverse perspectives of Israelis, challenging our notions of what it means to be an Israeli.

At its seventy-fifth anniversary, Israel stands at a crossroads. In The Land of Hope and Fear, Isabel Kershner explores the ways in which the country has both succeeded and fallen short of the ideals and expectations set forth by its founders. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply looking to gain a deeper understanding of this complex nation, this book is an essential read.

Don't miss out on this thought-provoking journey into the soul of Israel. Order your copy of The Land of Hope and Fear: Israel's Battle for Its Inner Soultoday and delve into the compelling stories that define the Israeli experience.

Discover the rich and dynamic tapestry of Israel's history with The Land of Hope and Fear: Israel's Battle for Its Inner Soul. This captivating book offers a wide-ranging portrait of the divisions among Israelis today, providing a critical examination of a country at a pivotal moment in its history. Written by a seasoned New York Times correspondent, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of Israeli society.

Despite facing numerous challenges, Israel has managed to thrive in a hostile environment, showcasing its military might and fostering innovation in global businesses. However, beneath the surface, the country is facing deep divisions. The old guard, consisting of socialist secular elites and idealists, is fading away, and the state's democratic foundations are being called into question. With a population of nine million, Israel is a vibrant and diverse nation, yet a sense of security and normalcy remains elusive.

In The Land of Hope and Fear, you'll meet a diverse range of Israelis, including Jews and Arabs, the religious and the secular, Eastern and Western influences, liberal thinkers and passionate zealots. Through moving narratives and on-the-ground reporting, the author, Isabel Kershner, delves into the heart of Israeli society, exploring the tensions and aspirations that define the country. This book sheds light on the challenges faced by Israelis, both politically and socially, as they navigate a changing world and grapple with questions of identity.

From a son of Zionist pioneers unsure of his people's future to a woman in her nineties witnessing the erosion of her kibbutz community, each story reveals the complex and nuanced reality of Israeli life. Kershner introduces us to a brilliant poet caught in the political maelstrom and an Arab gallery owner preserving a lost Palestinian landscape. These real-life encounters offer insights into the diverse perspectives of Israelis, challenging our notions of what it means to be an Israeli.

At its seventy-fifth anniversary, Israel stands at a crossroads. In The Land of Hope and Fear, Isabel Kershner explores the ways in which the country has both succeeded and fallen short of the ideals and expectations set forth by its founders. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply looking to gain a deeper understanding of this complex nation, this book is an essential read.

Order your copy of The Land of Hope and Fear: Israel's Battle for Its Inner Soul now and experience the thought-provoking journey into the heart of Israeli society. Learn from the captivating stories that shape the Israeli experience and gain a fresh perspective on one of the world's most fascinating nations.

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