'The New Intifada' by Roane Carey unveils the complex and turbulent landscape of the Palestinian struggle for freedom. Through a collection of compelling essays, it highlights the voices of those directly impacted by the conflict, shedding light on their hopes and despair. Carey's incisive analysis challenges dominant narratives and reveals the intricacies of resistance and resilience. This provocative book invites readers to grapple with the moral ambiguities of the situation, making it essential for anyone seeking understanding in a polarized world. Will you dare to confront the reality behind the headlines?
By Roane Carey
Published: 2001
"The struggle for freedom in Palestine is not just a localized fight; it resonates deeply with the universal human desire for justice and dignity, reminding us that oppression knows no borders."
Frustrated by the failure of the peace process to end the occupation, and outraged by Ariel Sharon's invasion of the Haram Al-Sharif in East Jerusalem, the Palestinian population of Israel and the Occupied Territories rose up in September 2000. The second Intifada has raged ever since. Here, a group of experts, many of them directly involved in the conflict, trace the course of the uprising, its consequences for the Palestinian people and the Israeli state, and its likely impact on the future of peace in the Middle East. The scholar Edward Said picks apart the fraudulence of the vaunted peace process; Noam Chomsky reveals how the US government has helped prevent a just resolution of the conflict; Amira Hass, Palestinian affairs correspondent for Ha'aretz, discusses the duplicitous methods of the Israeli media and government; Robert Fisk describes the genocidal legacy of Ariel Sharon and the Israeli occupation of Lebanon; and prizewinning novelist Ahdaf Soueif reports on her visit to Jerusalem at the height of the Intifada. Other contributors provide first-hand reports from the refugee camps and Palestinian schools, and from the front line of the Intifada. Photographs provide searing testimony to the costs and the indefatigability of the resistance. Maps illustrate the stranglehold Israel exerts over the Palestinian territories. The case for an international grassroots movement for Palestinian rights is made with persuasive clarity. The resonance of The New Intifada will help to build a platform for such a campaign and educate those who can be won to it. 30 b/w photographs. Contributors: Ali Abunimah, Ghassan Andoni, Omar Barghouti, Nidal Barham, Azmi Bishara, Noam Chomsky, Robert Fisk, Muna Hamzeh, Hussein Ibish, Jan de Jong, Jennifer Loewenstein, Nancy Murray, Allegra Pacheco, Mouin Rabbani, Glenn Robinson, Sara Roy, Edward Said, Salman Abu Sitta, Gita Svirsky, Ahdaf Soueif, Mayssoun Sukarieh, Alison Weir.
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“The struggle for freedom in Palestine is not just a localized fight; it resonates deeply with the universal human desire for justice and dignity, reminding us that oppression knows no borders.”
The New Intifada
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Roane Carey is an acclaimed author and editor known for his compelling narratives and incisive social commentary. He has contributed to multiple renowned publications, including The New York Times and The Nation. His notable works include 'The William Morris Reader', 'Misunderstanding America', and 'The Right's Road to the White House'. Carey's writing often blends personal insight with rigorous analysis, exploring themes of political and cultural relevance.
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