The conflict described in this book has involved most countries in the Middle East and has influenced international politics. But at its centre is Palestine. This book explains the story of Palestine from ancient times to the setting up of the state of Israel in 1948 to the formation of the PLO.

 

This book is part of a book series called New Perspectives .

This book is aimed at children in secondary school.

There are 64 pages in this book. This book was published 1998 by Hachette Children's Group .

Nathaniel Harris is a children's editor and author specialising in ancient history.