The Balfour Declaration: The Origins of the Arab-Israeli Conflict
New York: Random House, 2010. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover with Dust Jacket.
No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling; Still Gift Quality. 9.5 inches tall; 432 pages with Chapter Notes, Bibliography and Index. Illustrated with b/w portraits and photos.
A thorough examination of the events leading to the 1917 Balfour Declaration, in which the British government expressed support for a Jewish homeland in Palestine. Schneer delves into the political maneuvering, diplomatic negotiations, and motivations that shaped the declaration, offering a nuanced view of its lasting impact on the Middle East.
Schneer highlights the complexities of British foreign policy during World War I, focusing on key figures such as Zionist leader Chaim Weizmann and Sharif Hussein of Mecca, who sought Arab independence. He also explores the geopolitical factors, including the British desire for Jewish support from the U.S. and Russia, that influenced their decision-making during the war.
The book reveals the secretive nature of the negotiations, and the conflicting promises made to both Arabs and Jews. Schneer argues that the declaration, shaped by strategic interests rather than idealism, was vague in its treatment of Arab rights, laying the groundwork for future tensions in the region.
Subjects: Middle Eastern History, British Imperialism, Zionism, Arab Nationalism, World War I, Historical Nonfiction, Political History.
Item #20800
ISBN: 9781400065325
Price: $30.00
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