Note: This book was written and readied for publication in April 2021 during COVID-19. The Introduction can now be quickly updated since the subject has become very much in the news, and the book is ready for significant publication. The publisher is being sought: Contact email: Mark@Bruzonsky.com and phone: 202 495-1235
The Life and Death of the "Two-State" Solution
by Mark Bruzonsky and Hisham Ahmed
PREVIEW SAMPLE In this book, the convoluted, complicated, much distorted, and ultimately tragic history of the “Two-State Solution” is chronicled by two unusual special friends—one an American Jew, the other a Palestinian refugee—each of whom has had considerable personal involvement and experience working with the most senior Jewish and Palestinian leaders in trying to bring it about. But this is not a history book. It is, in fact, a book extremely relevant to the moment as the new/old American government, led by Joe Biden, has come into the office immediately proclaiming adherence once again to the “Two-State Solution.” In collaboration and dialogue with each other, Bruzonsky and Ahmed provide a uniquely insightful book that should be of considerable interest to everyone concerned about the “Two-State Solution” from inception to demise, whatever one’s view of the present, whatever one’s outlook about the present and expectations for the future.
“Mark Bruzonsky and Hisham Ahmed have produced the definitive account of how the two-state approach arose, flourished as the centerpiece of international hopes for peace between these antagonists, then fell out of favor as unattainable. The book is written in an engaging, dialogic form. It gives us an objective and highly informative analysis that everyone who seeks to understand the future of Middle East peace diplomacy will want to read. It can kindle a much-needed national debate.”
Richard Falk – Professor Emeritus, Princeton University
Former United Nations Special Rapporteur for the Palestinian Territories
Let Us Rethink Our "Special Relationship" With Israel
by Professor Charles L. Black, Jr. – Sterling Professor of Law Emeritus Yale University
PREVIEW SAMPLE I believe that the so-called “special relationship” now assumed to connect the United States and Israel ought to be radically rethought in all its aspects and clear down to its deepest foundations. I believe such a rethinking would sooner or later end this “special relationship” in anything like its present form. This “relationship” is sweepingly and grossly incompatible with our country’s supposed dedication to the cause of human rights worldwide; it poisons the sheer essential honesty of that dedication. I have no illusion that our extrication from this involvement, this visibly and invisibly “entangling alliance,” will be easily or soon accomplished. We can’t begin to know about that until we try. I think it is a duty to try and to keep trying. Said about Professor Black:
“Extraordinary ability to distill legal issues into human terms.”
Hillary Clinton
“So many of the great moral issues of the 20th century seem clear in retrospect
but were quite controversial at the time. He had the moral courage to go against
his race, class, and social circle.”
Yal” Law Professor Akhil Amar
Past Books
The Middle East Congressional Quarterly (editor)
In its eleventh edition, The Middle East is considered a classic among students, professors, and researchers seeking to understand this ever-changing region. This new edition for 2007 has been thoroughly updated and reorganized to provide vital coverage and analysis of the key issues and headline-making events in this dynamic world area.
Renowned for its balanced, informative, and accessible treatment of the complex and controversial affairs that make the Middle East so important and so volatile, The Middle East takes an in-depth approach to trends and events in the region and the history of its nations.
This volume of original contributions from prominent international scholars covers the full range of U.S. security interests in the Middle East. Case studies of key countries emphasize the prospects for peaceful political, economic, and cultural change in the region. The Arab-Israeli conflict is examined with particular attention to the “Palestine problem,” U.S. policy and diplomacy, and the peace process. Finally, the involvement of the United States and the U.S.S.R. and the policy options open to them are considered. ISBN 0-8133-0121-1:
The Middle East
National Geographic Film Strip – Special Middle East consultant
While tensions continue to rise in Iraq and surrounding countries, there is a heightened curiosity worldwide for definitive, balanced, and timely information about the Middle East. This concise and distinctive volume provides a fascinating, in-depth look at the driving forces that have led to acts of violence, religious fervor, and costly wars in this hostile territory and lends valuable insight into the present situation. National Geographic Atlas of the Middle East contains newly researched and updated maps illustrating the diverse issues of the region today. Boundary and territorial disputes, the uneven distribution of natural resources, and booming population pressures are detailed in stunning visual explanations. Other regional thematic maps elaborate on questions surrounding religion, ethnic and linguistic groups, oil, water, agriculture, industry, trade, international corporations, and military forces.
A United States guarantee for Israel?
Georgetown University Center for Strategic and International Studies Monograph – Forward by Ray Cline, Executive Director of Studies, Former Deputy Dire