57 pages • 1 hour read
Rashid KhalidiThe Hundred Years' War on Palestine: A History of Settler-Colonial Conquest and Resistance, 1917-2017
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Hundred Years' War on Palestine: A History of Settler Colonialism and Resistance, 1917-2017 by Rashid Khalidi provides a Palestinian perspective on the century-long conflict in Palestine, focusing on six key turning points considered declarations of war against Palestinians, and explores the influence of colonial decisions supported by major superpowers on this conflict. Themes relating to ethnic cleansing, war crimes, the Holocaust, and anti-Muslim and anti-Arab racism and xenophobia are discussed.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Hundred Years' War on Palestine by Rashid Khalidi compellingly merges personal narratives with historical analysis, offering a thought-provoking account of Palestinian history. Praised for its meticulous research and eloquence, some critiques point to perceived bias. Though opinionated, Khalidi provides a valuable perspective on the enduring conflict.
Who Should Read The Hundred Years' War on Palestine?
Readers who appreciate The Hundred Years' War on Palestine by Rashid Khalidi are likely interested in Middle Eastern history, political science, and conflict studies. Comparable works include Edward Said's Orientalism and Ari Shavit's My Promised Land. Those who seek nuanced, scholarly perspectives on geopolitical conflicts will find it enlightening.