Howard M. Sachar is the author of numerous books, includingA History of Israel, A History of the Jews in America, Farewell Espana, andIsrael and Europe. He is also the editor of the 39-volumeThe Rise of Israel- A Documentary History. He serves as professor of modern history at George Washington University, is a consultant and lecturer on Middle Eastern affairs for numerous governmental bodies, and lectures widely in the United States and abroad. He lives in Kensington, Maryland.
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-- Washington Post Book World
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