Wholesale Cursed Victory: Israel and the Occupied Territories

This is a history of the aftermath of the Six Day War, written by a former Israeli soldier, argues for an end to the occupation. In 1967, Israel captured the West Bank, Golan Heights, Gaza Strip, and Sinai Peninsula in the Six Day War. This book is the first complete history of the war’s troubled aftermath, provides a gripping chronicle of how Israel’s promised ‘enlightened occupation’ turned sour. Drawing on unprecedented access to high-level sources, the book sheds fresh light on critical moments in the peace process, including decisions made and missed opportunities to resolve the conflict. As Bregman concludes, the occupation has become a dark stain on Israel’s history, making this book essential reading for understanding the origins of the ongoing conflict in the region. (This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)