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Gaza: Preparing for Dawn Hardcover – December 12, 2017

by Donald Macintyre (Author)

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Uniquely imprisoned, most Palestinians in Gaza cannot travel beyond the confines of the Strip, and in times of war escape is impossible. They live under siege – economic and armed – and yet so many remain courageous, outspoken and steadfast.

Donald Macintyre lays bare Gaza’s human tragedy and reveals how it became a crucible of conflict and a byword for suffering. He identifies the repeated failings – including those of the international community – that have seen countless opportunities for peace pass by. Yet, against all odds, hope for a better future lingers.

Gaza was once a flourishing coastal civilization open to the world. Could it be so again?

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Oneworld Publications
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December 12, 2017
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6 x 1.3 x 9.2 inches
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1786071061
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978-1786071064
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'This is a book which answers a lot of questions, and prompts quite a few more…Donald Macintyre is to be commended for his forthright approach.’ ― The Muslim World Book Review

'As head of the Independent’s Jerusalem bureau, Donald Macintyre followed Gaza at a critical time, as he recounts in his highly impressive book Gaza: Preparing for dawn (2017). Macintyre was there when Israel dismantled the settlements, when Hamas won the democratic elections of 2006, and when it took full control in a coup a year later. He was also there when Hamas fired rockets into neighbouring Sderot, and when Israel retaliated with repeated incursions. His first-hand account of the tragedy is even-handed, balanced and devastating.' ― Ari Shavit, Times Literary Supplement

‘The inflammable world of Middle Eastern politics is treacherous terrain for those who don’t know it well, and even for those who do: Macintyre navigates it with sensitivity, skill and the diligence of a committed reporter… Along the way he fills readers in on the history that led to today’s impasse.’ ― Mail on Sunday

‘Superb…essential reading.’ ― Tribune

‘Wise and powerful.’ ― The Tablet

‘Donald Macintyre has managed to skillfully write a comprehensive account of the Strip that is faithful to history, humane in its consideration of people, and accurate with respect to events. The lucid style of this commendable journalist makes history and events comprehensible and easy to follow.’ ― This Week in Palestine

'Searing, scrupulous reportage.' ― Jenny McCartney

‘Highly informative and written in an engaging style, navigating the humanitarian repercussions of diplomacy and impunity well.’ ― Middle East Monitor

‘A brilliant and incisive account of this tiny, vibrant, but embattled enclave. With the two million people of Gaza struggling to survive food shortages, electricity cuts, and increasing amounts of sewage in her surrounding seas, this is a must-read.’ -- Jon Snow

‘Donald Macintyre skilfully picks his way through the tangle of accusations that surrounds Gaza’s tragedy. This is a lucid, essential guide. Highly recommended to anyone who wants to understand the conflict between Palestinians and Israelis.’ -- Jeremy Bowen, BBC Middle East editor

About the Author

Donald Macintyre was the Independent’s Jerusalem bureau chief for eight years between 2004 and 2012, and before that its political editor and chief political commentator. He is a former presenter of BBC Radio 4’s Week in Westminster. He won the Next Century Foundation’s Peace through Media Award in 2011 and has previously been shortlisted for the Orwell Prize for Journalism and for the Martha Gellhorn Prize for Journalism. He lives in Clapham, south London.

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Publisher : Oneworld Publications (December 12, 2017)
Language: : English
Hardcover : 368 pages
ISBN-10 : 1786071061
ISBN-13 : 978-1786071064
Item Weight : 1.4 pounds
Dimensions : 6 x 1.3 x 9.2 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #3,480,975 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #3,984 in Israel & Palestine History (Books)
- #5,323 in African Politics
- #5,873 in Middle Eastern Politics

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Stephen G. Baime

Very one sided

Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2019

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This book tells much, but from the Palestinian viewpoint. Everything seems to be the fault of Israel. Suicide bombings and terrorist attacks are portrayed as justified. Israel`s counter`attacks after fatal rocket attacks into Israel are routinely criticized. You can tell from the cover photo of the book what will be inside. It shows a lovely family of young children. Maybe for even handedness it should also show an armed Palestinian rock thrower. For those who want a balanced discussion of the mid East situation and certainly for those who support Israel, this book will be disappointing if not enraging.

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Henk-Jan van der Klis

An appeal to work towards dawn where all inhabitants can live in harmony and prosperity, regardless their ethnicity, religion o

Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2017

Hope against hope characterizes the message Donald Macintyre wants to bring across when talking about Gaza. The Strip, contrary to the one in Las Vegas, in Palestine is a large prison, facing the consequences of broken promises, missed opportunities, iterative wars and incursions and internal leadership fights. And yet....that's the page-turner you're looking for when keeping an eye on the sub-title of Gaza : Preparing for Dawn. The Independent's former Jerusalem bureau chief provides an in-depth analysis in chronological order of the history and fate of the Palestinian people living in Gaza. He focuses on the Strip, leaving the West Bank or Palestinians living in Jordan and Lebanon out of scope.

The British Mandate, the establishment of the State of Israel, the wars, Intifadas, periods of relative quiet and ones with uproar and tensions. The negotiations, "Peace Process", tunnels, perimeters, rockets, walls, building and destruction of infrastructure. It's all in this book, leaving no rest for the reader, let alone an attempt to promote a bright future and a happy end. Yes, the author tries to inject some hopeful stories from within Gaza into the narrative. Entrepreneurs, Christian communities, small-scale initiatives, and dreams about a well-functioning infrastructure for commuters between the West Bank and Gaza. Honestly, I had hoped for more, knowing that still, peace is to be created there. Donald Macintyre tries to be as balanced as possible, being open to the many useless acts of injustice by the Israelis, the provocations, and armed warfare from Palestinian side as well. Israeli left-wing and right-wing politics, hawks turned into doves, warriors into Nobel Peace Prize winners, Hamas and Fatah, the EU, UK, USA, Egypt, Jordan, and Turkey: all parties are interwoven, and cannot walk away as if they didn't contribute to the status quo. Neither can they be denied when working towards a sustainable solution.

Gaza is not a good versus bad story or a condemnation of just one side. It's an appeal to work towards dawn where all inhabitants can live in harmony and prosperity, regardless their ethnicity, religion or political points of view.

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Clive Adonis

Very highly recommended

Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2018

As someone who has tried to follow the political developments around Gaza over the past 3 decades, I found this book to be a masterly recounting of the many abortive peace efforts over the years. Macintyre seems to have spoken to all the major players. But equally importantly he brings his vast experience as a journalist to his recounting of the experiences of non politicians - businessmen, shopkeepers and doctors. He tells a very sad story brilliantly, and this book has a place of honor in our large collection of works on Israel-Palestine. Very highly recommended.

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Durani

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 12, 2018

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You must read this. Honest, well researched factually accurate - I would commend this to anyone who wants to know what really has been happening in the relationship between Israelis and Palestinians in the Gaza strip.

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Roger Higginson

The book arrived ahead of time in perfect condition. In terms of subject matter it provides ...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 24, 2018

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The book arrived ahead of time in perfect condition. In terms of subject matter it provides a lucid and readable analysis of a very misunderstood part of the world from the perspective of the people who struggle to live there under an Israeli blockade supported by Egypt..

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