This extraordinary book is the result of Saul Bellow's sojourn in Israel in 1975. A personal record of his stay—his experiences and impressions—as well as a meditation, it crackles with wit and controversy on America's relationship with this embattled country. Using quick sketches and vignettes, Bellow captures the personal opinions, passions, and dreams of several Israelis, and he also adds to these his own reflections on being Jewish in the...

Baretz takes the reader on a historical and biblical tour of 21 important sites in Israel. Each chapter profiles the location, the site's modern context, and its context in the Bible. A summary of the biblical story corresponding to each site is provided, along with color photographs and maps, directions, and information on hours and available amenities. Chapter titles include Rahab at Jericho, Ruth the Moabitess at Bethlehem, Absalom's Rebellion...

"An upbeat, informative journey through Jerusalem with host David Nunn. Visit some of the Holy City's most intriguing attractions -- the Western (Wailing) Wall, the Dome of the Rock, the Garden Tomb -- and discover the history behind their triumphant yet turbulent past. It's the next best thing to being there in person to experience these fascinating locations in all their magnificence! A free Biblical reference guide in PDF is included on the DVD."--Container....

Since the establishment of the state of Israel in 1948 by a United Nations mandate, the Middle East has been a flashpoint of conflict between the world's only Jewish state and the Palestinians, who lost their land because of the UN partition. Although peace agreements were signed with Egypt in 1979 and Jordan in 1994, Israel's relationships with Lebanon and Syria continue to be strained, owing to those countries' ties with the Islamic political party...

Introduces the history, geography, people, and economy of the state of Israel.

A travelogue that covers Israel from Tel Aviv and Jerusalem to Masada, Haifa, and the Hula Valley.