How do you learn about a contentious and divisive history like that of Israel and Palestine? Don't shy away from the two competing narratives - seek them out, lay them side by side, and immerse yourself in both. Then you can form your own judgement. In a world where every truth seems to have a counter-truth, opinions are taken to extremes and people don't trust the 'experts' to decide, it's tempting to duck talking about difficult topics. But if you are curious, and you want to find out about the history of the conflict told from each side's perspective, and you want to make your own mind up, this is the right book for you.