In this groundbreaking book, Muhammad Jabali takes us on an intricate and non-linear journey through the history of Israeli art. He delves into its major movements, significant transformations, and the prominent exhibitions and diverse schools that have left their mark on Israeli art over various eras. Along this journey, Jabali meticulously deconstructs the narratives of these art movements, exposing their distortions and challenging the false portrayals of resistance and idealism.
This comprehensive anthology spans 386 pages and embarks on a chronological and geo-historical journey through the realm of Modern Hebrew Literature. Within its pages, readers will discover a rich tapestry of narratives that illuminate the complex identity and social questions confronting Jews during this transformative era. It also delves into pivotal political interactions that evolved into a "national revival" project characterized by colonial attributes. This project ultimately spurred settler migrations to Palestine and profoundly influenced the Palestinians' mere existence in their homeland.
This collection was presented at a 2017 conference by "Madar" and later compiled into an edited book by Ali Mawasi.
The contributions within the book delve deeply into the multifaceted components of Palestinian cultural life within the 1948 territories. These thought-provoking writings illuminate the distinctive aspects and phenomena that define this cultural landscape. They address pressing concerns, raise intriguing questions, and underscore the pivotal role played by intellectuals within this unique context. The book sheds light on the structure and urban fabric of this culture, exploring its distinct attributes and scrutinizing the responses of state institutions to its presence. This analysis encompasses its productive and financial environments, as well as the choices and potentials it possesses in confronting the challenges it encounters.
يتناول الكتاب موضوع العلاقة التي تربط بين جزء من المثقفين الإسرائيليين اليهود والدولة الصهيونية، وقد تمت معالجة هذه العلاقة، التي نسجها جزء من المثقفين الإسرائيليين اليهود مع الدولة، من خلال تحليل لمضمون نصوص وأدبيات تناولت موضوع المثقفين الإسرائيليين اليهود، إلى جانب بحث ميداني.
يضم الكتاب ثلاثة عشر حوارا مباشرا أجراها المؤلف وجها لوجه مع عدد من الشخصيات الثقافية والأدبية والأكاديمية الإسرائيلية، تناولت قضايا الساعة وقدمت إجابات جديدة وجريئة في الطرح والتناول، يبدو قسم كبير منها مجهولا بالنسبة للقراء العرب.