A Brief History of Israel

In a concise, up-to-date treatment, Reich (political science and international affairs, George Washington U., Washington, DC) traces the evolution of Israel from a divinely promised homeland to a modern developed nation. Boxed material treats many of its milestones and challenges. Appendices include basic facts about the country, statistics on the toll of terrorism, election results since 1949, and a chronology starting from the Jewish patriarchs' period. Illustrations include maps, and photos of leaders and contested sites. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR