This reading list is recommended for individuals who are new to the Palestinian resistance and seek more context to gain a deeper understanding of the events leading up to Operation Flood of Al-Aqsa. Additionally, it serves those who already possess some familiarity with the Palestinian struggle against the Zionist Entity's ethnic cleansing but wish to delve deeper into Zionism and the broader resistance against Zionism from the wider West Asia (Middle East)
Disclaimer: This list is not necessarily Marxist analysis except for the Essay and this list wasn’t recommended by a Marxist. We recommend this here because it will give you a well rounded understanding of the Zionist Entity and Palestine. Take what's good in these books and leave what isn’t great analysis. If you're newer to Marxism and you're not comfortable with making your own dialectical analysis yet then just stay with the essay, Ilan Pappe's book and and the extra sources that I recommended below the table until you have the experience you need. Perhaps start with our Absolute beginner reading list first to gain the beginnings of that analysis.
If you're only seeking a primer and a means to challenge prevalent misconceptions, Ten Myths about Israel by Ilan Pappe serves this purpose well.
| Book | Why it was picked |
|---|---|
| Zionism is antisemitism, and Palestine by CriticalResist | This essay provides a concise yet comprehensive introduction to the themes explored in more detail in the subsequent books. It is a great primer on how Zionism is an antisemitic, colonial, and ethnonationalist ideology, and it covers the basics of Hamas, the historical context of Zionism, the involvement of various ethnic groups in the Zionist Entity's formation, and the displacement of Palestinians. It serves as a solid foundation for the topics discussed in the books that follow. |
| The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine by Ilan Pappe | This is an essential read if you're just starting to explore the history of the occupying Zionist Entity and Palestinian resistance. Whether you're new to the subject or have fragments of knowledge, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of the Zionist Entity's origins, shedding light on what it was truly founded upon. |
| The Hundred Years' War on Palestine by Rashid Khalidi | I recommend reading this book next, as the Palestinian author, Rashid Khalidi provides a unique perspective that is shaped by the narratives inherited from his family across generations, as well as his firsthand experiences as an activist involved in negotiations between Palestinian groups and the Zionist entity. |
| Hezbollah a Short History by Augustus Norton | The resistance to the Zionist Entity extends beyond Palestine, encompassing the greater Middle East. Through the authors examination of Hezbollah's development and evolution, this book offers a broader perspective, granting newcomers to West Asia Politics valuable insights into the influential group's regional impact and its role in the resistance to Zionism. |
| The Israel Lobby & US Foreign Policy by John Mearshiemer | While we've explored several facets of this complex puzzle, there's one critical piece that remains: the role of the United States in this narrative. If you've ever questioned the unwavering support extended by the U.S., and, by extension NATO countries, to the Zionist Entity despite its historical and ongoing atrocities, this book provides the answers you seek. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of how the The Zionist Entity's lobby significantly molds U.S. foreign policy in the West Asia, resulting in far-reaching consequences that extend to occupied Palestine, Iraq, Iran, Lebanon, and beyond. |
To learn more about Hamas, you can read their 2017 charter here, this article called Understanding Hamas and the report released by Hamas's Media Office, Our Narrative...Operation Al-Aqsa Flood'
To learn more about the Marxist Leninist group Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine you can read their document published in 1969, Strategy for the Liberation of Palestine
If you are looking for media sources on the Palestinian Resistance you can check out Breakthrough News, The Resistance News Network on Telegram, The Electronic Intifada or Almayadeen.
For deeper insight into how Orientalism shapes perspectives on Palestine and the broader West Asia, I recommend reading Orientalism.
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