“Lawrence in Arabia”
June 24, 2015. Jake Tanzer. At Jake and Elaine’s Jake, Lawrence in Arabia.
Tag Archives: Middle East
Elsa shares maps that explain the Middle East
http://www.vox.com/a/maps-explain-the-middle-east
Jim asks: should we discuss Iran?
In view of Jake’s extensive and challenging comments could it be that Shavit in his chapter on Existential Challenge sets the stage for a follow-up discussion? Shavit’s drift strikes me as a barb to alert us to Iran. Would a … Continue reading
Jake on “My Promised Land” discussion
Dear reading group friends I left our meeting the other night with a feeling of unease which has only increased in the days since. So many of the comments seemed anti-Israel, particularly the enthusiastic calls by some to boycott Israel, … Continue reading
Readings related to “My Promised Land”
Suggestions: Friedman, “The Third Intifada.” “Sharon may be missed” (Economist) added 2/13/14 Friedman, “Israel’s Big Question” added 2/13/14 Earlier Jake reminded us of the relevance of City of Oranges. Effective use in both books of using family stories to reveal a larger history. … Continue reading
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