About the Author

Martin Gilbert is Winston Churchill's biographer and the author of eight acclaimed books on the Holocaust. He lives in London.

Reviews

"The most comprehensive account of Israeli history yet published." -- The Sunday Telegraph"It is difficult to write dispassionately about Israel, so strong are the feelings it arouses among critics and friends alike. But that is what Martin Gilbert has done in his magisterial new history of the state . . . a superlative history of Israel" -- London Times"An epic history . . . a picture of an Israel that persevered and prevailed, that was determined to survive and was unwilling to trust its independence to others but sought peace whenever possible." -- Foreign Affairs"Gilbert's impassioned history adds immeasurably to our understanding of the forces that have shaped contemporary Israel." -- Publishers Weekly"Rich in detail. ... A grand, heroic narrative." -- Times Literary Supplement (London)"Not just an invaluable piece of historical research, it is also a joy to read. ... Required reading for anyone who wants to understand that most extraordinary and perplexing country." -- Jewish Chronicle"Thorough and thoroughly entertaining. ... A rich history." -- Kirkus Reviews