The State of Israel is an unlikely powerhouse in a troubled region. This book provides a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary analysis of the external and internal threats, opportunities and issues facing contemporary Israel. The book comprises sixteen chapters written by recognized authorities in the field of Israeli Studies.
'This amazingly engaging edited book is unique, both in its scope and the critical yet constructive ways in which the various chapters, written by top scholars, provide in-depth analysis of Israel. This book will be useful for scholars, graduate and undergraduate students alike, and will also be essential reading for anyone interested in unpacking the puzzle of Israel.' -Gad Barzilai, Vice Provost, University of Haifa, Israel, and Former President, Association for Israel Studies
'In this fine collection of essays, Peters and Pinfold successfully interrogate the multiple meanings of Israel's security dilemmas, highlighting the paradox that at the very apogee of its power and success as a nation-state, the internal struggle between piety, power and identity reveal tensions cannot be easily reconciled by Israel's claim to be both Jewish and democratic. With its interdisciplinary approach very much to the fore, this volume will be essential reading for not just students of Israel, but for anyone concerned about its future trajectory.' -Clive Jones, Professor of the Regional Security of the Middle East, Durham University, UK
'This sweeping and nuanced collection provides an excellent introduction to the complexities and contradictions of contemporary Israeli politics, society and external relations. It is the most updated primer on Israel today.' -Naomi Chazan, Professor Emerita of Political Science, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
