On Palestine

What does justice look like in Palestine? Two of the world’s most uncompromising intellectuals - Noam Chomsky and Ilan Pappé - confront this question with clarity, historical depth, and moral urgency. This book is not a summary of the conflict; it is a call to action.

On Palestine is the sequel to the acclaimed Gaza in Crisis and brings together two of the most influential critics of Israeli policy. Noam Chomsky, the legendary linguist and political analyst, and Ilan Pappé, the Israeli‑born historian who challenged his country’s founding myths, combine their expertise to examine the ever‑worsening situation in Palestine.

The book is structured as a series of conversations and essays covering:

• The historical roots of the conflict, including the 1948 Nakba
• The reality of life under occupation in Gaza and the West Bank
• Israel’s military operations, from Operation Cast Lead to Protective Edge
• The role of the United States and the international community
• The failures of the two‑state solution and the case for a single democratic state
• Strategies for solidarity, boycott (BDS), and political pressure

Written in accessible, direct prose, On Palestine lays bare the human rights abuses that have become routine and offers a roadmap for those committed to ending them. It is both a primer for newcomers and a vital resource for seasoned activists.

Why We Love It:
At Kitab Markaz, we believe that understanding Palestine requires engaging with uncomfortable truths. Chomsky and Pappé do not shy away from those truths. They write with scholarly rigour but also with the passion of people who refuse to accept injustice. What makes this book indispensable is its balance of history and strategy: it explains how we arrived at this moment and what can be done to change it. For Pakistani readers, who share deep cultural and political ties with Palestine, this book provides the intellectual tools to engage in informed advocacy. It is a work of hope, not despair.

About the Authors:
Noam Chomsky is Institute Professor Emeritus at MIT and one of the most cited scholars in history. He has written extensively on linguistics, philosophy, and international politics. His works on the Middle East include The Fateful Triangle, Gaza in Crisis, and numerous articles.

Ilan Pappé is a professor of history at the University of Exeter. Born in Israel, he is one of the leading “new historians” who have re‑examined the events of 1948. His books include The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine, The Idea of Israel, and Ten Myths About Israel.

On Palestine is available now at Kiatb Markaz. We deliver across Pakistan and worldwide - so this vital conversation can reach you, wherever you are.