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Simon & Schuster
Pub. Date
2023.
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First Simon & Schuster hardcover edition.
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"Drawing on confidential sources in Mossad--Israel's equivalent to our CIA--Bob and Evyatar, reporters for The Jerusalem Post, tell the ... story behind the most stunning development in the Middle East in recent years: the Abraham Accords, that normalized relations between Israel and the UAE, Bahrain, Morocco, and Sudan. They show how Israel used sabotage, assassination, cyberwar--and diplomacy--to forge a new Middle East, uniting Israel with Sunni...
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Emily Bestler Books/Atria
Pub. Date
2024.
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First Emily Bestler Books/Atria Books hardcover edition.
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English
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"A Denied Access Area spy for the CIA, Kane journeys to the borders of Pakistan, Iran, and Afghanistan, where violence is the only way to survive, to exfiltrate a man with vital information, but instead meets an adversary who will take the world to the brink of extinction"--
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Get the Summary of Ahed Tamimi and Dena Takruri's They Called Me a Lioness in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "They Called Me a Lioness" is a memoir by Ahed Tamimi, chronicling her life in the West Bank village of Nabi Saleh, under the shadow of the Israeli settlement Halamish. The book details the history of the Palestinian struggle against Zionist ambitions and the establishment of Israel, which led to the displacement...
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Get the Summary of Daniel Schulman's The Money Kings in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Money Kings" by Daniel Schulman chronicles the rise of Jewish immigrant families in America's financial sector during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Joseph Seligman, a Bavarian immigrant, arrived in America in 1837 and, with his brothers, established a successful investment bank. The Lehman brothers, also from Bavaria,...
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This is a concise guide to the Israel-Palestine conflict. There are many different, competing histories of the conflict, however, this book collects those which are based on the most considered historical research.
The book covers key events in chronological order, in each case examining the varied historical accounts and presenting the beliefs of key thinkers across the ideological spectrum, from Edward Said to Binyamin Netanyahu.
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Love history? Know your stuff with History in an Hour. Britain has invaded Afghanistan twice before in the nineteenth century. Both times tenacious Afghan fighters defended their country to humiliating British defeats. The Soviet Union also discovered what a tough enemy the Afghans are after nearly a decade of conflict from 1979 to 1989. When not fighting foreign invaders, Afghanistan was torn apart by Civil War from 1990 to 1996, resulting in victory...
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Modern biblical scholars tend to dismiss the Christmas story of the "wise men from the East" as pious legend. Matthew's gospel offers few details, but imaginative Christians filled out the story early on, giving us the three kings guided by a magical star who join the adoring shepherds in every Christmas crèche.
For many scholars, then, there is no reason to take the gospel story seriously. But are they right? Are the wise men no more than a poetic...
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This book examines the historic process traditionally referred to as the fall of Rome and rise of Islam from the perspective of the Red Sea, a strategic waterway linking the Mediterranean to the Indian Ocean and a distinct region incorporating Africa with Arabia. The transition from Byzantium to the Caliphate is contextualized in the contestation of regional hegemony between Aksumite Ethiopia, Sasanian Iran, and the Islamic Hijaz. The economic stimulus...
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The Middle Eastern bazaar is much more than a context for commerce: the studies in this book illustrate that markets, regardless of their location, scale, and permanency, have also played important cultural roles within their societies, reflecting historical evolution, industrial development, social and political conditions, urban morphology, and architectural functions. This interdisciplinary volume explores the dynamics of the bazaar with a number...
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"Lebanon: A Chronicle of Resilience" is an insightful exploration of Lebanon's tumultuous history, rich culture, and enduring spirit. From ancient civilizations to modern-day challenges, this book delves into the country's complex tapestry of conflicts, diversity, and resilience. Through vivid storytelling and historical analysis, it captures the struggles of Lebanon's people while highlighting their unwavering determination to overcome adversity....
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Ce livre captivant explore les différents aspects de la vie à Tel-Aviv. À travers ses chapitres, ce livre nous emmène dans un voyage au cœur de cette ville vibrante et diverse, en abordant des sujets tels que la vie nocturne animée, la scène artistique florissante, la diversité culturelle, les femmes libres et émancipées, ainsi que l'histoire complexe de la ville. Avec une écriture poétique et captivante, ce livre nous offre une vision...
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This book will take you on a culinary journey through Afghanistan. We first encounter the warm embrace of a culinary staple that transcends borders and generations-the beloved Naan bread. In the rich tapestry of Afghan tradition, Naan is more than a mere accompaniment to a meal; it is a symbol of shared sustenance, cultural heritage, and the intertwining threads of history that have shaped Afghan cuisine.
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Ce livre pratique conçu pour les voyageurs qui souhaitent apprendre les bases de la langue hébraïque, il fournit des phrases utiles pour la communication quotidienne, des conseils pour la prononciation et l'utilisation de la grammaire. Vous serez en mesure de vous débrouiller facilement lors de votre voyage en Israël et de communiquer avec confiance avec les habitants locaux. Bienvenue ! ! ברוך הבא (barouch ha-ba!)
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Clash of Eagles: America's Forgotten Expedition to Ottoman Palestine chronicles an overlooked chapter of history, where a group of American explorers embarked on an ambitious and daring expedition to the heart of Ottoman Palestine in the 19th century. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, the book unveils the remarkable journey of this diverse and intrepid team, shedding light on their encounters with local cultures, the challenges they...
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Le livre "Eilat : La perle du désert rouge" est une exploration complète de cette ville située au sud d'Israël, célèbre pour ses plages de sable blanc, ses eaux cristallines et son climat chaud toute l'année. Ce livre se divise en six chapitres, chacun explorant un aspect différent d'Eilat.Le chapitre 1 explore l'histoire et la culture d'Eilat, en remontant aux temps bibliques jusqu'à l'époque contemporaine. Le chapitre 2 se concentre sur...
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Plongez dans l'aventure captivante d'un voyage à travers Israël. Des plages ensoleillées de la Méditerranée aux montagnes mystérieuses de la Galilée, en passant par les rues ancestrales de Jérusalem et les eaux salées de la mer Morte, ce livre vous transporte dans une exploration inoubliable de ce pays riche en histoire et en diversité. Suivez l'itinéraire suggéré qui vous emmène des sites bibliques aux merveilles naturelles, tout en...
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In this informative and well-presented volume, Professor Ivan Sascha Sheehan pulls back the curtain on the regime's propaganda franchise. He reveals the excessive investment of funding, infrastructure, and workforce frantically trying to convince Iranians and the world not to believe their own eyes and ears. After years of trying to ignore the MEK, hoping others would do the same, regime officials now seemingly cannot stop talking about how effectively...
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This book is the perfect guide for travelers seeking to master the basics of the Hebrew language. It offers a comprehensive collection of useful phrases for navigating confidently through common situations encountered during travel, such as finding accommodation, ordering food, banking transactions, taxi services, sightseeing, etc. The chapters also include practical tips for communicating with locals and tricks for improving your language comprehension....
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