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Middle East - Jerusalem: The Biography

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Book Synopsis: The epic history of three thousand years of faith, fanaticism, bloodshed, and coexistence, from King David to the 21st century, from the birth of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam to the Israel-Palestine conflict, from the bestselling author of The Romanovs • "Impossible to put down…. Vastly enjoyable." -The New York Times Book Review How did this small, remote town become the Holy City, the "center of the world" and now the key to peace in the Middle East? In a gripping narrative, Simon Sebag Montefiore reveals this ever-changing city in its many incarnations, bringing every epoch and character blazingly to life. Jerusalem’s biography is told through the wars, love affairs, and revelations of the men and women who created, destroyed, chronicled and believed in Jerusalem. As well as the many ordinary Jerusalemites who have left their mark on the city, its cast varies from Solomon, Saladin and Suleiman the Magnificent to Cleopatra, Caligula and Churchill; from Abraham to Jesus and Muhammad; from the ancient world of Jezebel, Nebuchadnezzar, Herod and Nero to the modern times of the Kaiser, Disraeli, Mark Twain, Lincoln, Rasputin, Lawrence of Arabia and Moshe Dayan. In this masterful narrative, Simon Sebag Montefiore brings the holy city to life and draws on the latest scholarship, his own family history, and a lifetime of study to show that the story of Jerusalem is truly the story of the world.

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Discover the captivating history of Jerusalem with "Jerusalem: The Biography". From the bestselling author of The Romanovs, this book takes you on a compelling journey through three thousand years of faith, fanaticism, bloodshed, and coexistence.

Immerse yourself in the epic tale of this Holy City, from its humble beginnings as a small, remote town to becoming the "center of the world". Explore the birth of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, and delve into the complexities of the Israel-Palestine conflict that still rages today.

In this meticulously researched book, Simon Sebag Montefiore brings Jerusalem's many incarnations vividly to life. Through enthralling stories of wars, love affairs, and revelations, you'll witness the remarkable journey of the men and women who shaped, destroyed, chronicled, and believed in Jerusalem.

From legendary figures like Solomon, Saladin, and Suleiman the Magnificent to Cleopatra, Caligula, and Churchill, Jerusalem's history is intertwined with the lives of extraordinary individuals. But it's not just about the famous names; ordinary Jerusalemites have also left their indelible mark on the city, enriching its tapestry of experiences.

Simon Sebag Montefiore's masterful narrative draws on the latest scholarship, his own family history, and a lifetime of study to reveal that the story of Jerusalem is indeed the story of the world. Prepare to be enthralled as you uncover the secrets, turmoil, and triumphs of this magnificent city.

Don't miss out on this vastly enjoyable and utterly compelling book that has been praised by The New York Times Book Review. Experience the enchanting allure of Jerusalem and gain fresh insights into its significance in world history.

Click here to order "Jerusalem: The Biography" now and embark on an extraordinary journey through the heart of one of the world's most iconic cities.

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