In 19448 the state of Israel was created out of Palestine as a homeland for the Jewish people. Why did the Jews claim this land as their own, and what claims did the Arabs make over it? Do Palestinian refugees have a right to return to Israel? What is the future for a two-state solution? It's time to consider Both Sides of the Story. The series, Both Sides of the Story, explores the major global debates of our time from two opposing viewpoints. Each book investigates the facts behind the headlines, the history behind current trends and the latest hot topics.

 

This book is part of a book series called Both Sides Of the Story .

This book is aimed at children in secondary school.

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2013 by Hachette Children's Group .

Nicola Barber is an experienced author and editor of children's non-fiction books. Patience Coster is an experienced editor and writer of children's books.

This book has the following chapters: What are the Historical Claims? The Jewish State At War The Palestine Liberation Organization The 'Occupied Territories' Talking Peace? The Second Intifada Core Issues Glossary Further Information Index