This book by Rashid Khalidi provides a comprehensive history of the conflict in Palestine, focusing on the colonial war waged against the Palestinians by the Zionist movement and later Israel, backed by Britain and the United States. It challenges traditional interpretations by framing the conflict as a colonial war against the indigenous population rather than a clash between two equal national movements. The book draws on archival materials, family histories, and the author's own experiences to offer a new perspective on the ongoing conflict.