Travel Writing - Jerusalem, Drawn and Quartered: One Woman's Year in the Heart of the Christian, Muslim, Armenian, and Jewish Quarters of Old Jerusalem

Jerusalem, Drawn and Quartered: One Woman's Year in the Heart of the Christian, Muslim, Armenian, and Jewish Quarters of Old Jerusalem

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Book Synopsis: “Sarah Tuttle-Singer brings Jerusalem's Old City to life like no writer before her—penning a ferocious love letter that will infuriate zealots and enthrall most everybody else. . . .Ultimately a plea for Jerusalem, as she puts it, not to be ‘ripped to ragged pieces by those who say they love her the best.’”—David Horovitz, Editor, The Times of Israel

On a night in 1999 when Sarah Tuttle-Singer was barely 18, she was stoned by Palestinian kids just outside one of the gates to the Old City of Jerusalem. In the years that followed, she was terrified to explore the ancient city she so loved.

But, sick of living in fear, she has now chosen to live within the Old City’s walls, right at the heart of the four quarters: Christian, Muslim, Armenian, and Jewish.

Jerusalem’s Old City is the hottest piece of spiritual real estate in the world. For millennia empires have clashed and crumbled over this place. Today, the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians plays out daily in her streets, and the ancient stones run with blood. But it’s also an ordinary city, where people buy vegetables, and soothe colicky babies, where pipes break, where the pious get high, and young couples sneak away to kiss in the shadows.

Sarah has thrown herself into the maelstrom of living in each quarter—where time is measured in Sabbath sunsets and morning bells and calls to prayer, in stabbing attacks and check points—keeping the holidays in each quarter, buying bread from the same bread seller, making friends with people who were once her enemies, and learning some of the secrets and sharing the stories that make Jerusalem so special, and so exquisitely ordinary.

Jerusalem, Drawn and Quartered is a book for anyone who’s wondered who really lives in Israel, and how they coexist. It’s a book that skillfully weaves the personal and political, the heartwarming and the heart-stopping. It’s a book that only Sarah Tuttle-Singer can write. The Old City of Jerusalem may be set in stone, but it’s always changing—and these pages capture that.

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Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Jerusalem with "Jerusalem, Drawn and Quartered: One Woman's Year in the Heart of the Christian, Muslim, Armenian, and Jewish Quarters of Old Jerusalem." Written by the talented Sarah Tuttle-Singer, this book brings the ancient city to life like never before. With her unique perspective, Tuttle-Singer pens a ferocious love letter to Jerusalem, a place that has seen empires clash and crumble. Discover the secrets and stories that make Jerusalem both special and exquisitely ordinary in this captivating read.

Experience the true essence of Jerusalem as you journey through each of its four quarters - Christian, Muslim, Armenian, and Jewish. Witness the daily conflicts that play out in the city's streets, and delve into the ordinary lives of its inhabitants. From buying vegetables at the local market to sneaking away for a romantic kiss in the shadows, this book paints a vivid picture of both the personal and political realities of life in Jerusalem.

What sets "Jerusalem, Drawn and Quartered" apart is Tuttle-Singer's unyielding commitment to truly living in the heart of the city. Follow her as she throws herself into the maelstrom of each quarter, living among the people and embracing their customs. Through her captivating storytelling, you'll gain an intimate understanding of the complex coexistence that exists within Israel. Discover a side of Israel that you've never seen before.

Don't miss the opportunity to delve into the pages of "Jerusalem, Drawn and Quartered" and experience the ever-changing beauty of the Old City. Sarah Tuttle-Singer's powerful writing will both infuriate and enthrall you, making this book a must-read for anyone curious about the true soul of Jerusalem. Open your eyes to a world of history, culture, and humanity with this unforgettable journey.

Ready to embark on this remarkable literary adventure? Grab your copy of "Jerusalem, Drawn and Quartered" today and be transported to the heart of one of the world's most fascinating cities.

Get your copy of "Jerusalem, Drawn and Quartered" now and discover the hidden treasures of Old Jerusalem.

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