The Gun and the Olive Branch - (Nation Books) 3rd Edition by David Hirst (Paperback)

The Gun and the Olive Branch is a groundbreaking history of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that challenges the conventional narrative and offers a fresh perspective on the origins of the conflict.

Written by renowned journalist David Hirst, this book provides an absorbing and potentially controversial account of how Arab violence is a response to repeated aggression.

With a lengthy introduction reflecting on recent Middle Eastern history, including the abortive Israeli-Palestinian peace process and 9/11, this classic and updated edition is indispensable for anyone interested in world politics and partisans of both sides.

Don't miss out on this essential read that will change your understanding of one of the most complex and contentious conflicts in modern history.