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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My husband is a Middle East expert, and he recommends From Beruit to Jerusalem to anyone who asks. [/quote]

Well, I’m from Palestine and I don’t agree.FYI- most Palestinians can’t stand Friedman and I would recommend books that feel more representative to people in the region.  I like the Norman Finkelstein suggestions, also Noam Chomsky and Ilan Pappe have “On Palestine.”Pappe and Chomsky also did “Gaza in Crisis” if you want more of a read that’s more connected to where things currently are. Someone also mentioned Remi Kanazi’s work and that’s good too.[/quote]

Well I can tell you that anyone who is pro-Israel disagrees with your suggestions. Finklestein has condoned the atrocities on October 7th and I would label him and Chomsky antisemites for their works. Condoning the 10/7 atrocities pretty much says it all about Finkelstein.. I have not read the third so wouldn't know, but I am guessing he is the same ilk. That should give some perspective on anything these authors have to say about Israel. Friedman has never condoned atrocities in contrast. He is a very reasoned author and journalist and I would trust his take on the region over those other authors. [/quote]

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