The Rise and Fall of a Palestinian Dynasty: The Husaynis 1700-1948

Ilan Pappe, renowned Israeli historian and social activist, presents a spellbinding account of the Husayni family and the role they played throughout the modern history of Palestine. Viewed through the prism of one family, the book sheds new light on crucial events and provides an unforgettable picture of the Palestinian tragedy in its entirety. ''Ilan Pappe is Israel''s bravest, most principled, most incisive historian.'' John Pilger; ''Along with Edward Said, Ilan Pappe is the most eloquent writer of Palestinian history.'' New Statesman; ''A spellbinding account'' Mahmoud Yazbak; ''An excellent book ... It throws considerable light not just on the Husayni family but on the history and politics of the Palestinians since the eighteenth century.'' Avi Shlaim The Husayni family of Jerusalem dominated Palestinian history for 250 years, from the Ottoman times through to the end of the British Mandate. At the height of the family''s political influence, positions in Jerusalem could only be obtained through its power base.In this compelling political biography, Ilan Pappe traces the rise of the Husaynis from a provincial Ottoman elite clan into the leadership of the Palestinian national movement in the twentieth century. In telling their story, Pappe highlights the continuous urban history of Jerusalem and Palestine. Shedding new light on crucial events such as the invasion of Palestine by Napoleon, the decline of the Ottoman Empire, World War I and the advent of Zionism, this remarkable account provides an unforgettable picture of the Palestinian tragedy in its entirety.

• | Author: Ilan Pappe
• | Publisher: Saqi Books
• | Publication Date: Mar 07, 2017
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• | Binding: Paperback / softback
• | ISBN-13: 9780863564536
• | ISBN-10: 0863564534