This book could have been so good. An overview of Israel by someone who does not parrot the pro-Israel line. Finally. Sadly, Mr. David has become so hostile to Israel that he sees evil everywhere and is unwilling to give any Israeli the benefit of the doubt. This book is overbalanced in its hostility.It is also very (surprisingly) weak on the 1945 to 1949 period that created Israel. By weak, I mean he just doesnt give enough pages to this vital period.That said, the book does offer some information that might lead interested readers to better, less biased sources.