Palestine-Israel: A History

3 credits · Undergraduate credit

Spanning from the late nineteenth century to the present, this course explores Arab-Jewish relations in the contested land, known as Israel to some and Palestine to others. Examining issues of subjectivity, perception, power dynamics, immigration, and conflict, it delves into the complex historical narratives provided by Jews/Israelis and Arabs/Palestinians, fostering a critical understanding of the evolving relations. Historical sources are scrutinized to illuminate both conflict and peaceful coexistence in the "Holy Land" and the modern Middle East.