Walter Ze'ev Laqueur fue un historiador y periodista estadounidense cuyo trabajo exploró la historia europea de los siglos XIX y XX, particularmente la historia rusa y alemana, junto con la historia del Medio Oriente. Su extensa obra académica cubrió una amplia gama de temas, desde el Movimiento Juvenil Alemán y el sionismo hasta el Comunismo, el Holocausto y la historia diplomática de la Guerra Fría. Laqueur fue un pionero en el estudio de la violencia política, la guerra de guerrillas y el terrorismo. Sus análisis sobre asuntos internacionales aparecieron en numerosos periódicos y publicaciones periódicas estadounidenses y europeos, y sus libros han sido traducidos a muchos idiomas, lo que refleja el alcance global de sus análisis históricos.
This memoir offers an intimate glimpse into the life of a renowned historian and political commentator, highlighting their unique experiences and insights. It explores their journey through significant historical events and personal milestones, providing a rich narrative that reflects on the interplay between history and personal identity. The author shares anecdotes that reveal their passion for history and the impact of their work on contemporary political discourse, making it a compelling read for those interested in the intersections of history and politics.
Coinciding with this is the alarming increased availability of weapons of mass destruction, cheap and easily accessible chemical and biological weapons and cyberterrorism. Walter Laqueur, a world renowned expert on terrorism and international strategic affairs and author of Fascism:A Reader and Weimar (Phoenix Press), recounts the history of terrorism and examines the future of terrorism worldwide.It is only a matter of time, Laqueur argues, before the attainability of weapons of mass destruction creates a terrifying and unstable scenario. 'a discomfiting augury fore the future. Laqueur's excellent work is probably the best single volume I've seen on the phenomenon of terrorism and political violence'. Vincent Cannistraro, former Chief of CIA Counterterrorism Operations.
This text is a generational history of the young people whose lives were irrevocably shaped by the rise of the Nazis. Half a million Jews lived in Germany when Hitler came to power in 1933. Over the next decade, thousands would flee. Among these refugees, teens and young adults formed a remarkable generation. They were old enough to appreciate the loss of their homeland and the experience of flight, but often young and flexible enough to survive and even flourish in new environments. This generation has produced such disparate figures as Henry Kissinger and "Dr Ruth" Westheimer. Walter Laqueur has drawn on interviews, published and unpublished memoirs and his own experiences as a member of this group of refugees, to paint a vivid and moving portrait of Generation Exodus.
The book delves into the complex history of terrorism, tracing its roots from 19th-century Europe to contemporary global conflicts. It explores the sociological aspects of terrorism, including funding, tactics, and media portrayal, while questioning why some individuals resort to violence while others do not. Laqueur critically examines the effectiveness of terrorism, potential future trends, and the chilling prospect of nuclear threats. By challenging prevailing assumptions, the author aims to provide a clearer understanding of terrorism's role in international politics.
A historical overview of the continuing crisis in the Middle East traces the course of the Israel-Arab conflict from its earliest origins, through the various wars, skirmishes, and peace efforts, to the Israel-PLO and Israel-Jordan peace accords, in a collection of articles, speeches, letters, and reports dealing with all aspects of the subject. Original.
Presenting a history of anti-semitism, this book traces its evolution from the religious anti-semitism of the middle ages to a racial anti-semitism that developed in the 19th and 20th centuries. It explains its origins and rationale, how it manifests itself, the different forms of anti-semitism, and what forms it may take.
"What happens when a falling birthrate collides with uncontrolled immigration? The Last Days of Europe explores how a massive influx from Asia, Africa, and the Middle East has Loaded Europe with a burgeoning population of immigrants, many of whom have no wish to be integrated into European societies, but make full use of the host nations' generous free social services."--Jacket
There is no question that tensions between Russia and America are on the rise. The forced annexation of Crimea, the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight 17, and the Russian government's treatment of homosexuals have created diplomatic standoffs and led to a volley of economic sanctions. In America, much of the blame for Russia's recent hostility has fallen on steely-eyed President Vladimir Putin and many have begun to wonder if they we are witnessing the rebirth of Cold War-style dictatorship. Not so fast, argues veteran historian Walter Laqueur. For two decades, Laqueur has been ahead of the curve, predicting events in post-Soviet Russia with uncanny accuracy. In Putinism, he deftly demonstrates how three long-standing pillars of Russian ideology-a strong belief in the Orthodox Church, a sense of Eurasian "manifest destiny," and a fear of foreign enemies-continue to exert a powerful influence on the Russian populous. In fact, today's Russians have more in common with their counterparts from 1904 than 1954 and Putin is much more a servant of his people than we might think. Topical and provocative, Putinism contains much more than historical analysis. Looking to the future, Laqueur explains how America's tendency to see Russia as a Cold War relic is dangerous and premature. Russia can and will challenge the West and it is in our best interest to figure out exactly who we are facing-and what they want-before it is too late.
