“This exhaustive work offers readers at multiple levels key insights into the military, political,
social, cultural, and religious origins of the Arab-Israeli conflict. • With more than 750
alphabetically organized entries covering everything from important people, places, and events to a
wide range of social and cultural topics―each entry featuring cross references and suggestions for
further reading • A separate documents volume offering an unprecedented collection of more than
150 essential primary sources • Over 500 images, including maps, photographs, and illustrations • A
comprehensive introductory overview by retired general Anthony Zinni”