First published 2014
Max Blumenthal turns his investigative lens on Israeli politics, revealing how the nation has moved toward increasingly radical right-wing positions. The bestselling author of Republican Gomorrah applies his analytical approach to Israel's political transformation, documenting the forces and figures driving this shift. Blumenthal examines the politicians, policies, and ideological currents that have reshaped Israeli society. His investigation uncovers the mechanisms behind this political evolution and the consequences for both Israeli citizens and the broader Middle East region. The book offers readers an inside look at how a democratic state can undergo dramatic ideological change, providing insights into the intersection of politics, religion, and nationalism in contemporary Israel.
Genres: history, political-science, non-fiction, 21st-century, current-affairs, academic
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: investigative-journalism
Setting: Israel
Period: 21st-century
513 pages · Kindle Edition · Nation Books