On Settler Colonialism

This book is the first to critically examine settler colonialism for a general readership.

Adam Kirsch critiques the key writers, texts, and ideas in the field, showing how the concept emerged in North American and Australian history and how it is applied to Israel.

He explores the spiritual and political appeal of settler colonialism, its role in delegitimizing nations, and the potential for it to turn past injustices into new ones.

The book provides a compact and accessible introduction rich with historical detail, addressing the Middle East, American history, and current cultural-political debates.