Intifada: The Palestinian Uprising

Don Peretz traces the Palestine Arab uprising as it evolved from a series of spontaneous protests into a fully organized resistance. He describes the movement's leaders, participants and internal dynamics, assessing its profound impact on Palestinian Arabs and on Israeli society as a whole. Its influence has extended from Israel's economic, political and security arenas to its cultural, social and psychological life. The Intifada has affected not only Israel's foreign policy - especially its attitude toward a peace settlement - but also regional and global responses to the Arab-Israeli conflict. Combining years of scholarship with primary materials, Peretz offers insights into the heart of the uprising. His work is intended as a valuable supplement for students of Middle East politics, international relations and revolutionary movements.