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Hamas : Political Thought and Practice

By: Khaled Hroub

This is the first comprehensive and in-depth study of the Hamas movement in Palestine, examining its historical, ideological, and operational aspects. It traces the genesis of Hamas during the (first) Palestinian uprising, examines its political formation and intellectual development, and presents its evolving attitude towards the struggle and its present conduct. The author also discusses Hamas relations with the PLO and other actors on the Palestinian political scene, its Arab and international relations, and its political program and mode of popular operation.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Born in the Dheishah refugee camp, Bethlehem (West Bank), Khaled HROUB graduated in civil engineering and urban studies from the University of Jordan, Amman. He obtained his Ph.D in international relations at Queen’s College, Cambridge University in the United Kingdom.

Language: English
ISBN: 9780887282768
2000, Paperback, 329 pages