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Crossing Mandelbaum Gate: Coming of Age Between the Arabs and Israelis, 19561978,Used
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*From the Pulitzer Prizewinning coauthor of American Prometheusthe inspiration for the Academy Awardwinning film Oppenheimer*Now with a new introduction, Kai Birds fascinating memoir of his early years spent in Israel, Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Lebanon provides an original and illuminating perspective into the ArabIsraeli conflict.In 1956, fouryearold Kai Bird, son of a charming American diplomat, moved to Jerusalem with his family. Kai could hear church bells and the Muslim call to prayer and watch as donkeys and camels competed with cars for space on the narrow streets. Each day on his way to school, Kai was driven through Mandelbaum Gate, where armed soldiers guarded the line separating Israelicontrolled West Jerusalem from Arabcontrolled East.Bird would spend much of his life crossing such linesas a child in Jerusalem, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, and later, as a young man in Lebanon. In Crossing Mandelbaum Gate, a narrative that rips along like a spy novel (The New York Times Book Review), Birds retelling of events such as Suez in 1956, the Six Day War of 1967, and Black September in 1970 are as clear and fresh as yesterday (The Spectator, UK). Bird vividly portrays emblematic figures like George Antonius, author of The Arab Awakening; Jordans King Hussein; the Palestinian hijacker Leila Khaled; Salem bin Laden; Saudi King Faisal; President Nasser of Egypt; and Hillel Kook, the forgotten rescuer of more than 100,000 Jews during World War II.Bird, his parents sympathetic to Palestinian selfdetermination and his wife the daughter of two Holocaust survivors, has written a kaleidoscopic and captivating (Publishers Weekly) personal history of a troubled region and an indispensable addition to the literature on the modern Middle East.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Crossing Mandelbaum Gate'? A: The main theme of 'Crossing Mandelbaum Gate' is the exploration of identity and belonging within the context of the Arab-Israeli conflict, as seen through the author's childhood experiences in the Middle East.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Crossing Mandelbaum Gate' is Kai Bird, a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer known for his insightful historical narratives.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Crossing Mandelbaum Gate' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 448 pages, providing an in-depth recounting of the author's experiences and historical events.
- Q: When was 'Crossing Mandelbaum Gate' published? A: 'Crossing Mandelbaum Gate' was published on March 15, 2011.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in Middle Eastern history? A: Yes, this book is highly suitable for readers interested in Middle Eastern history, as it offers personal insights and historical context related to the Arab-Israeli conflict.
- Q: What age group is this book appropriate for? A: This book is appropriate for adults and young adults due to its complex themes and historical content.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or photographs? A: No, 'Crossing Mandelbaum Gate' does not include illustrations or photographs; it focuses on textual narrative and historical accounts.
- Q: What kind of reader would enjoy this memoir? A: Readers who enjoy memoirs, historical narratives, and those interested in the Arab-Israeli conflict would particularly appreciate 'Crossing Mandelbaum Gate'.
- Q: Are there any notable figures discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses several notable figures, including Jordan’s King Hussein, the Palestinian hijacker Leila Khaled, and President Nasser of Egypt, among others.