When Legend Becomes Fact by James Wall

When Legend Becomes Fact (mparent7777.blog-city.com)

After extensive research of the period of Israel’s formation as a modern state, Flapan identifies seven “myths” that he refutes as only partial or distorted versions of what has emerged as the prevailing narrative for the region. In light of Yasir Arafat’s death, one of those myths is particularly pertinent: Israel’s hand has always been extended in peace, but since no Arab leaders have ever recognized Israel’s right to exist, there has never been anyone to talk to.