Rashid Khalidi's "The Hundred Years' War on Palestine" offers a profound and scholarly examination of the Palestinian struggle for nationhood, spanning a century of conflict with Zionism and Israel. Khalidi, a distinguished Palestinian-American historian, masterfully weaves his personal family history with broader historical events, providing a unique and deeply human perspective on the enduring conflict. This book is essential for understanding the complex historical roots and international dynamics that have shaped the region, presenting a balanced yet passionate narrative of a highly contested history.

Why You Should Read?

• Gain a deep understanding of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict from a Palestinian perspective, enriched by personal and scholarly insights.
• Explore the intricate historical roots and international forces that have shaped the region over the past century.
• Appreciate Khalidi’s balanced yet passionate approach to a highly complex and often contentious historical narrative.
• Engage with personal stories and experiences that bring a vital human dimension to the ongoing conflict.

About the Author

Rashid Khalidi, born in 1948, is a prominent Palestinian-American historian and Edward Said Professor of Modern Arab Studies at Columbia University. He has written extensively on the Middle East, with a particular focus on Palestinian identity and the broader Arab-Israeli conflict. Khalidi’s work is renowned for its rigorous research, balanced analysis, and insightful commentary on the historical and political issues affecting the region. His family’s long-standing involvement in Palestinian politics adds a unique personal dimension to his scholarly contributions.