Palestine in the Interwar Period

Abstract

The author takes a comprehensive look at the political, social, and cultural climate that prevailed in Palestine during the turbulent years that followed the end of both world wars. Topics covered include: political climate, social climate, cultural climate, and economic climate. Between Internalization and Revolution is the title of the book that delves into the history of Palestine during the time between the wars (1918–1939). This book traces the development of the impact along with the evolution of colonial powers' support for the Zionist movement, the Balfour Declaration and the Sykes-Picot Secret Agreement, the Peel Commission, the White Papers, the rise of Palestinian nationalism, the Palestinian revolution, and the internationalization of the question of Palestine. This is accomplished through a thoughtful and careful examination and analysis of both primary and secondary sources. It does this by tracing the history of these events all the way back to when they first occurred. This book provides readers with a nuanced understanding of the complex forces that were at work in the region during this time period. Additionally, this book sheds light on the contemporary relevance of the Palestine question. The reader will also discover that this book illuminates the historical context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This is one of the many benefits of reading this book.