Abba Eban

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Brilliant orator, statesman & writer, Abba Eban reveals in depth his personal life story as well as his political life story & his political contribution of the State of Israel & important role on contemporary internat'l affairs. He frankly describes leading statesman of the period, gives insight into the intricacies of diplomatic manoeuvering, & vividly depicts the ordeals & achievements of modern Israel since its establishment. Divided childhood From Cambridge to Cairo 1934-40 The road to Jerusalem 1941-45 The break in the clouds 1945-47 Present at the birth 1947-48 The first flush of statehood 1948-50 Story of a mission 1950-56 Explosion at Suez 1956-57 End of a mission: first steps in politics 1957-60 Seven ministerial years 1960-66 The foreign ministry 1966-67 Nasser toward the brink 1967 Negotiations in three cities 1967 Days of decision June 1967 A political success 1967 Jarring, Lyndon Johnson, Richard Nixon & "242" 1967-70 The twilight years 1971-72 Year of wrath 1973 The Geneva conference disengagement & cabinet changes 1974 In retrospect Index