O Jerusalem

This book recounts, moment by moment, the process that gave birth to the state of Israel. Collins & Lapierre weave a tapestry of shattered hopes, valor & fierce pride as the Arabs, Jews & British collide in their fight for control of Jerusalem. O Jerusalem! meticulously recreates this historic struggle. It penetrates the battle from the inside, exploring each party's interests, intentions & concessions as the city of their dreams teeters on the brink of destruction. From the Jewish fighters & their heroic commanders to the charismatic Arab chieftain whose death in battle doomed his cause but inspired a generation of Palestinians, O Jerusalem! tells the 3-dimensional story of this high-stakes, emotional conflict. The book has 46 chapters, grouped into four parts:1 A Time to Mourn and a Time to Dance has six chapters. 2 A House Against Itself has eleven chapters. 3 A City Besieged has thirteen chapters. 4 A City Divided has sixteen chapters. The book begins with a Prologue & ends with Epilogue, Index & relevant information categorized under Biographical Note Acknowledgements, Bibliography, Chapter Notes & Photo credits.