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The Founding Myths Of Israel,New
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The Wellknown Historian And Political Scientist Zeev Sternhell Here Advances A Radically New Interpretation Of The Founding Of Modern Israel. The Founders Claimed That They Intended To Create Both A Landed State For The Jewish People And A Socialist Society. However, According To Sternhell, Socialism Served The Leaders Of The Influential Labor Movement More As A Rhetorical Resource For The Legitimation Of The National Project Of Establishing A Jewish State Than As A Blueprint For A Just Society. In This Thoughtprovoking Book, Sternhell Demonstrates How Socialist Principles Were Consistently Subverted In Practice By The Nationalist Goals To Which Socialist Zionism Was Committed.Sternhell Explains How The Avowedly Socialist Leaders Of The Dominant Labor Party, Mapai, Especially David Ben Gurion And Berl Katznelson, Never Really Believed In The Prospects Of Realizing The 'Dream' Of A New Society, Even Though Many Of Their Workingclass Supporters Were Selfidentified Socialists. The Founders Of The State Understood, From The Very Beginning, That Not Only Socialism But Also Other Universalistic Ideologies Like Liberalism, Were Incompatible With Cultural, Historical, And Territorial Nationalism. Because Nationalism Took Precedence Over Universal Values, Argues Sternhell, Israel Has Not Evolved A Constitution Or A Bill Of Rights, Has Not Moved To Separate State And Religion, Has Failed To Develop A Liberal Concept Of Citizenship, And, Until The Oslo Accords Of 1993, Did Not Recognize The Rights Of The Palestinians To Independence.This Is A Controversial And Timely Book, Which Not Only Provides Useful Historical Background To Israel'S Ongoing Struggle To Mobilize Its Citizenry To Support A Shared Vision Of Nationhood, But Also Raises A Question Of General Significance: Is A National Movement Whose Aim Is A Political And Cultural Revolution Capable Of Coexisting With The Universal Values Of Secularism, Individualism, And Social Justice? This Bold Critical Reevaluation Will Unsettle Longstanding Myths As It Contributes To A Fresh New Historiography Of Zionism And Israel. At The Same Time, While It Examines The Past, The Founding Myths Of Israel Reflects Profoundly On The Future Of The Jewish State.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main thesis of 'The Founding Myths of Israel'? A: The main thesis of 'The Founding Myths of Israel' by Zeev Sternhell is that the founders of modern Israel used socialism more as a rhetorical tool to legitimize their national project rather than as a genuine blueprint for creating a just society.
- Q: How does the author view the relationship between socialism and nationalism in Israel? A: Sternhell argues that socialism and other universalistic ideologies like liberalism were ultimately incompatible with the cultural and territorial nationalism that took precedence in Israel's founding.
- Q: What are some key features of this book? A: Key features of 'The Founding Myths of Israel' include its critical reevaluation of Zionism, historical insights into Israel's national narrative, and discussions on the clash between national aspirations and universal values.
- Q: Is 'The Founding Myths of Israel' suitable for readers unfamiliar with Israeli history? A: Yes, the book provides historical background and context, making it accessible for readers who may not have extensive knowledge of Israeli history.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on December 7, 1999.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Founding Myths of Israel'? A: The author of the book is Zeev Sternhell, a well-known historian and political scientist.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Founding Myths of Israel' have? A: The book has a total of 464 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of 'The Founding Myths of Israel' is a paperback.
- Q: Does the book address the rights of Palestinians? A: Yes, the book discusses how the founders of Israel did not recognize the rights of Palestinians to independence until the Oslo Accords of 1993.