Richard H. Curtiss has presented a thoroughly documented text that attempts to present the underlying influence of pro-Israel lobbying groups on our legislature . This is a must read for American citizens interested in understanding how the interests of a foreign entity can sometimes compromise the values of the American Constitution.(p)

Curtiss understands the sensitivity of this subject matter and seeks not to blame, but only to inform common people such as myself on the extent of pro-Israel lobbying in mainstream USA. This book sheds the light on how effective grass roots lobbying and finacial contributions can motivate legislators to formulate foreign policy in a region where our nation has important commercial and diplomatic investments. The results can many times run counter to the interests of the American taxpayers.

Richard H. Curtiss has presented a thoroughly documented text that attempts to present the underlying influence of pro-Israel lobbying groups on our legislature . This is a must read for American citizens interested in understanding how the interests of a foreign entity can sometimes compromise the values of the American Constitution.

Curtiss understands the sensitivity of this subject matter and seeks not to blame, but only to inform common people such as myself on the extent of pro-Israel lobbying in mainstream USA. This book sheds the light on how effective grass roots lobbying and finacial contributions can motivate legislators to formulate foreign policy in a region where our nation has important commercial and diplomatic investments. The results can many times run counter to the interests of the American taxpayers.

Impeccable research and solid writing from a historian who has no ax to grind, just a simple desire to explain the origins of U.S.-Israeli friendship.

This superb history of Kennedy's Mid-East policy wins the trifecta - it is rigorously substantive, beautifully written, and shockingly timely. Bass draws masterfully on documentary sources (many never before available) to bring JFK, Ben Gurion and Nasser to life. Touching on topics like nuclear inspections and American support for the conservative Saudi regime, the book has a fascinating historical perspective on some of the most vexing issues of today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in JFK, Israel, or America's relationship with the Arab world.

A very interesting, well written, in depth look into U.S. relations with Israel from 1946-1967. Green covers keys points in Israel's short and violent history in an attempt to better inform the public about many key issues from Zionist recruitment during the War of Independance up to the incident involving Israel attacking the U.S.S. Liberty without provocation during the infamous 6 Day war with the United Arab Nations. This is an excellent read for anyone either seeking more information on U.S. policy towards Israel (via detailed history of key events) or those studying foriegn/global policies involving countries in the middle east. I highly recommend this book!

This book is a complete, well researched history of the secert US relations with Isreal. The detail and precision of each account is amazing. Stephen Green gives life to the rumors that have been echoed thoughout US post WWII history. His non-partisonship prohibits, in his writings, the bias` that some Western people have toward Arab nations. This book is a great lead into his LIVING BY THE SWORD.

Once again, Steve Farrar has written a fantastic book. His frank, no holds barred style is refreshing in an era where people tiptoe around subjects. When you're hurting and going through trials, you don't need someone to tiptoe around the problem, you need practical advice and encouragement.

This book is extremely encouraging. He talks specifically about life's "pop quizzes" -- those trials we don't expect -- and how God uses these trials to shape our character and strengthen us. The problem is they're unexpected by nature, and we often can't really tell the positive effect until they're over with. Understanding that there is a purpose and reason behind such quizzes makes them more bearable.

Lots of examples from his own life, his friends, and the Bible make his points come alive and hit home in the best way possible. I liked it so much, I'm sending copies to a few friends that need to read it.

While this book is an outstanding book for Christian men, it can easily be applicable to both men and women. Steve does an outstanding job of showing what we are to do when the trap doors of life send us into pits of despair. If you have ever been to the point where you needed to here from God and God is silent, this book shows we aren't the first. Men of the Bible like David, and Asaph had times when they were in the pits of despair, and they left trail markers to help guide us. Steve does a excellent job pointing these markers out that were left for us in the Psalms and explaining them. A book every Christian man should read so that when the trials and persecutions come, they will be able to navigate through them with the help of the Shephard. .

Bombing. Arson. Riots. Murder. Fear. Euphoria. Hope. Despair. Religious fanaticism. Sounds like the Mid-east at the turn of the century, right? The only question is, which century? Author, J. Bowyer Bells' book, "Terror Out of Zion," chronicles the chaos in Palestine/Israel from the late 1800's to the establishment of the state of Israel in 1948. The story is one of unparalleled violence. Recent events show, little has changed.

Bell shows how Anti-Semitism in Europe from the late 1800's onward fueled the Zionist Movement making Jews determined to establish a national homeland. Nazism caused the movement to gain strength. As Hitler gained power Jews had two choices: immigrate illegally into Palestine, or Auschwitz! Palestinian Arabs, who had lived in the Holy Land for 2000 years, greeted their new, Jewish neighbors with pogrom like activities including riots, looting, arson, and murder.

Through it all, the British attempted to maintain order throughout the "Mandate." Both Arabs and Jews were confident the authorities would ultimately see the rightness of their position. However when the British kept the door closed to, "The Promised Land," even to the survivors of the Holocaust, Vladimir Jabotinski, Avraham Stern, Menachem Begin etc. took up arms. Bells account of their ruthless, but highly successful terror tactics makes interesting reading. They are a blueprint for what's happening today.

We have come a long since Britain attempted to police the "Mandate" with, "constables," armed only with, "staves." Caught between two groups who both claimed God's blessings, Britain tried to ignore the problem and hoped it would go away. When it did not, they left the problem to the U.N.

The U.S. has assumed Britain's role as arbiter in the mid-east. Little has changed. Both sides are still convinced of the rightness of their cause. Both still hate with an intensity borne of decades of bloodshed. Only the weapons are different. Biological/chemical weapons, suicide bombings, and most recently, commercial airliners have replaced revolvers and homemade bombs for the terrorists. America now responds with strategic bombers and cruise missiles. While the level of violence has increased dramatically, we are no closer to a solution.

Americans who mistakenly think the conflict began on Sept. 11, 2001 should read Terror Out Of Zion. What Bell does not answer is who is right? When is an individual or a group justified in taking up arms? What level of violence is justified? Do the ends justify the means? What is the distinction between a terrorist and a freedom fighter?

Terror out of Zion is a historical expose on events that are directly related to what's happening in the world today. Enlightening, detailed and informative I highly recommend it to anyone seeking an answer to why the world stands on the brink of World War III today.

A facinating book. In the issue surrounded by bitterness and blame-casting to this day Dr.Bell managed to write an objective and unbiassed book wich sheds a light on a lot of important and relevant issues. His writing style will make you read this book from cover to cover and crave for more!

If you're a Jew and live in Israel, this book makes you feel very good about it. You are doing the best thing for you and for your nation. if you're not yet here this book might put you on the next plain - watch out! Beautiful cover makes it a great gift to give new olim or potential ones.

This book, To Dwell in The Palace, is not for everyone. You have to love Israel to appreciate what Rabbi Leff is saying. It is a compelling selection of essays that make you want to transport to Israel--immediately. Just beam me up Scottie. It underlines the reasons and motives for a Jew to live in the Land. Beautifully written. A must read for anyone who has ever been or never been to Israel.

Turning Water into Politics is an excellent general survey of the Israeli - Palestinian conflict with particular emphasis on the fundamental problems of water allocation in an area with a limited supply of water. It includes a review of the factors leading to the creation of the state of Israel, the 1967 war and the resulting continuing tensions in the Middle East.

I was impressed by the author's objectivity in presenting a detailed review of the economical, technical and political positions of both sides of a very intractable situation. I was encouraged by the concluding chapter, which provides an detailed analysis of possible strategies for resolving the fundamental problems dealing with water use in the Middle East. This book provides a timely, comprehensive and well-written basis for understanding the almost daily news reports of the ongoing negotiations involving this explosive situation.

The result of several trips to Israel, the West Bank and Gaza, more than 70 interviews with Israelis and Palestinians, meticulous and careful research, this book is "must" reading for those interested in the conflict between the Palestinians and the Israelis. It examines just one point of contention, water, but makes it clear that this resource is in very short supply for both peoples, and is inequitably distributed between them. It also lays out in considerable detail the water crisis of catastrophic proportions which both peoples face.

The book is accurate and informed, clear and well-written, scrupulously documented, and always fair to both sides. It reads easily, eschews jargon, and has just enough technical information to substantiate the arguments of the author. Whether one is interested in water and environmental issues, the domestic politics of Israel, or the struggle and negotiations between the Palestinians and the Israelis, this book can be read in order to get a broad understanding of facts and issues.

The author's argument is that politics has caused the conflict between the two peoples, not water, and politics will resolve the conflict, but in order for this to take place there must be enough water for all, and it must be equitably distributed.

This is a wonderful book that should be read by those who are truly ready to begin a different path and to consciously make their lives more joyous and productive. Everytime I read this book, it gives me a greater understanding of myself, and centers me over and over again...It is definitely a one of a kind book...

This book is my bible. I t has delivered me into transformation again and again. It is a blessing, and it should be given and received by everyone. I believe in these words, they are my life line to sanity in these times of turbulence. It is awesome. A joy to be alive. And a joy to be the daughter of this extraordinary writer and woman Dorien Israel.

a true breakthrough in dance literature. ingber's prose are both prolific and inspiring. a must read.

A beautifully written, artfully crafted masterpiece of a complex character who was a leading Jewish dance figure. Ingber deserves an award for her work.

I first saw most of these sites when I was fifteen (7 years ago), but Brooke shows them in a whole new way. By photographing them empty of the hoards of people usually in, above, outside, and underneath the city, and using only black and white photography with perfect lighting, he brings a stunning, cool, serenity to the hot, crowded, volatile, emotional city. I happen to love the intense, 90 degree, crowded, tense Jerusalem; those are probably the reasons I have had such a long and passionate love affair with the city, but Brooke's view is not to be missed. In short, buy this book for its unforgettable, striking, devastatingly beautiful images, but get on the next plane to Israel and experience it for yourself as well. I currently only have it on (perpetual) loan from my university library (...because I re-check it out every three weeks), but it is currently on my amazon wish list, and will hopefully join my permanent library soon! Thank you, Steven Brooke, for taking me back to my spiritual home so beautifully.

Like his earlier classic work "Views of Rome", Brooke presents visual poetry of the architecture and monuments of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. The composition and lighting are flawless; the images are stunning and unforgettable. Not just a "coffee table" book, but one to re -visit and appreciate over the years.