A Divided Paradise by David Lynch
"A Paradise Divided: An Irishman in the Holy Land" is a product of David Lynch's time in the Holy Land, and comprises interviews, discussions and articles. While focusing on the contemporary life of ordinary Palestinians and Israelis, the book also delves into the contested history of the region, providing accessible background to the conflict. It is an exciting, readable description of ordinary life in one of the most contested, newsworthy and interesting regions on the globe.Including chapters focusing on internal Israeli existence, David Lynch brings to life stories from both sides of the divide. David Lynch's book includes historical and political background, but it is ordinary Israelis and Palestinians who take centre stage. Palestinian feminists, Jewish settlers, young people, dispirited Israelis, angry Palestinians, struggling West Bank restaurant owners, Tel Aviv taxi drivers and Palestinian Christian Marxists are just some of those included in the cast of interesting, intriguing individuals who populate the pages of this fascinating book.
An endlessly entertaining delve into a serious issue-- The Midwest "Book Review"
David Lynch is an award-winning freelance journalist, who haswritten extensively for the Sunday Business Post and DailyIreland, with a particular focus on the Middle East.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781848400139 |
| ISBN 10 | 1848400136 |
| Title | A Divided Paradise |
| Author | David Lynch |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | New Island Books |
| Year published | 2009-02-13 |
| Number of pages | 374 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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