The Hundred Years' War on Palestine

In this seminal work, historian Rashid Khalidi presents a compelling re-examination of the Palestinian struggle, framing it as a century-long settler-colonial war against the Palestinian people. Spanning six crucial episodes between 1917 and 2017, the book analyzes key historical turning points shaped by imperial powers, international diplomacy, and regional conflicts. Blending meticulous archival research with poignant family history and personal memory, Khalidi provides a nuanced narrative that illuminates both the systemic forces arrayed against Palestinians and the enduring resilience of their national movement.

It provides an essential, authoritative perspective on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, combining rigorous historical expertise with personal intimacy and clear analysis.

Historians, political analysts, students of Middle Eastern affairs, and general readers seeking a comprehensive historical account of Palestine and modern colonialism.