The Olive Grove: A Palestinian Story - Softcover

Rohan, Deborah

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0863566677 ISBN 13: 9780863566677

Publisher: Saqi Books, 2008

Synopsis

“Beautifully written . . . insights behind the Palestinian conflict are gained in reading this heart-wrenching yet endearing tale of one family’s journey.”—Polly Bacca, former special assistant to President Bill Clinton

Set amidst the political turmoil of the twentieth century, The Olive Grove is a deeply moving account of a Palestinian family’s transition from wealth and comfort to statelessness and poverty. Deborah Rohan documents the Moghrabi family’s fight for survival as they struggle against Ottoman and British occupation and the formation of the state of Israel.

Deborah Rohan lives in Colorado and teaches listening and dialogue skills to the victims of conflicts worldwide.

About this title

About the Author:

Deborah Rohan writes periodicals and books that often focus on the Palestinian-Israeli situation and the importance of considering history and multiple perspectives when trying to forge a just solution to the conflict. She is a frequent speaker on the topic, and teaches listening and dialogue skills to those impacted by the conflict in the Middle East and the US.

Review:

'Beautifully written ... insights behind the Palestinian conflict are gained in reading this heart-wrenching yet endearing tale of one family's journey.' Polly Bacca, former Special assistant to President Bill Clinton

About this edition

• Publisher: Saqi Books
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0863566677
• ISBN 13: 9780863566677
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 420