Book · 2026 · History
Israel: What Went Wrong?
Orwell Prize for Political Writing Finalist 2026
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The second book is by Omer Bartov. Omer has a New book. It’s called "Israel: What Went Wrong?" It’s coming out this month. I happened to read the galleys before it came out, and it’s very powerful kind of interpretation of what happened in Israel, a country that was essentially, in part built to protect Jews globally and in fact.
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Israel: What Went Wrong? by Omer Bartov is an analytical examination of the historical and political factors that shaped the modern Israeli state. When appearing on The Ezra Klein Show in April 2026, Shibley Telhami recommended this publication during the discussion regarding the one-state reality. Telhami noted that he had read the galleys prior to its release and described the work as a very powerful interpretation of the events and circumstances surrounding the country. The speaker highlighted that the volume offers crucial insights into a nation that was built in part to address specific historical challenges. Through his recommendation on the podcast, Telhami drew attention to the timeliness and depth of Bartov's analysis, encouraging listeners to engage with the author's compelling perspective on the region's complex trajectory.
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Shibley Telhami The second book is by Omer Bartov. Omer has a New book. It’s called "Israel: What Went Wrong?" It’s coming… 1
“The second book is by Omer Bartov. Omer has a New book. It’s called "Israel: What Went Wrong?" It’s coming out this month. I happened to read the galleys before it came out, and it’s very powerful kind of interpretation of what happened in Israel, a country that was essentially, in part built to protect Jews globally and in fact”
