Ben Gurion State - Builder: Principles And Pragmatism 1948 - 1963. AVI-HAI, AVRAHAM.
48217X1 First Edition (Unstated. John Wiley & Sons, Inc., New York / Israel Universities Press, Jerusalem: 1974 . 354 pages. Hardcover with dustjacket. Reading copy. In this readable and exciting in-depth study, Dr. Avi-hai traces Ben Gurion's road to power, and, combining narrative history and anlysis, shows how the statesman blended high principle and vision with pragmatic and unswerving dedication to the survival of his nation and state. The book deals with Ben Gurion's impact on defense and foreign policies, relations with Arabs and with his fellow-Jews outside of Israel, questions of state and religion, and the ultimate conflict with his own political machine which led to his resignation. Includes an Index. ISBN: 0470038365 $47.55USD Click here to order or message the dealer
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