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Dear Zealots
Dear Zealots
Oct 22, 2024 6:49 AM

Author:Amos Oz

Dear Zealots

‘His parting shot at opposing the storm of fanaticism breaking over our times’ Financial Times

Dear Zealots is an essential collection of three essays written out of a sense of urgency, concern, and a belief that a better future is still possible. It touches on the universal nature of fanaticism and its possible cures; the Jewish roots of humanism and the need for a secular pride in Israel; and the geopolitical standing of Israel in the wider Middle East and internationally.

Amos Oz boldly puts forward his case for a two-state solution in what he calls‘a question of life and death for the State of Israel’. Wise, provocative, moving and inspiring, these essays illuminate the argument over Israeli, Jewish and human existence, shedding a clear and surprising light on vital political and historical issues, and daring to offer new ways out of a reality that appears to be closed down.

'Concise, evocative... a brilliant book of thoughts and ideas' David Grossman

Reviews

A passionate polemic against dogmatism and defeatism... Oz refuses to give up on democracy, on Israel or on justice for Palestinians.

—— Louise Adler , The Australian

As the title suggests, this is not just a book about dying. It's one that will inspire readers to make the most of every day.

—— Publishers Weekly

Thoughtful and refreshingly unpretentious . . . [Egan's] insights continue to resonate for days after you've finished reading

—— Washington Post on 'Fumbling'

When I forget the importance of kindness, when I forget to listen, when I no longer recognize the comfort of a quiet presence ... I will want On Living within arm's reach, always.

—— Abigail Thomas, author of Comes Next and How to Like It'

With clear, practical and easy-to-follow lessons - one a day for 100 days - renowned Buddhist monk Shunmyo Masuno draws on centuries of wisdom to show you how to apply the essence of Zen to modern life

—— Eastern Daily Press, Top 10 Books on Mental Health & Psychology

You don't have to be into Japanese Zen Buddhism to appreciate this very prettily illustrated book of concise and nonjudgmental life lessons. It doesn't require long reading times - the bitesize paragraphs are perfect as quick bedtime reading or as an anti-anxiety boost first thing in the morning.

—— Real Homes

Zen is one of the most beautiful books I've bought. I finished reading it with a renewed sense of peace . . . I can guarantee that after reading this, your heart will feel lighter and you'll feel alive with a warm, refreshing energy

—— KeiSei Magazine

Fergusson sees through the curse of terrorism to reveal Muslims who – much like the rest of us – are kind, funny, confused, fearful, angry and proud to be British. His conclusion is heartening: that living better together is not only desirable, but well within our grasp.

—— David Anderson QC

Compelling and relevant... vivid, nuanced reporting.

—— Jenny McCartney , Mail on Sunday

Judicious and insightful...timely in a great many ways. Strong and brave. A fascinating book... it allows [Britain’s Muslims] to speak for themselves.

—— Stuart Kelly , Scotland on Sunday

Well researched and fluently written.

—— Daily Express

A triumph of detail... Al-Britannia doesn't fail in its mission to ask hard questions of all concerned parties.

—— Irish News

A triumph of detail and gracefully written.

—— The Herald

Fergusson is a delicate, warm, lucid writer with true curiosity and humility. A vital rejoinder to the growing pile of panic books about the 'Muslim threat'. Moving, humane... an absorbing book.

—— Yasmin Alibhai-Brown , i

[Fergusson] has marshalled his surveillance tools of wit, tenacity and decades of experience of the Muslim world to produce a fine, detailed portrait of Al-Britannia.

—— Barnaby Rogerson , Country Life

Don’t read Al-Britannia, My Country unless you’re prepared to let go of prejudices against Muslims, and seek a deeper understanding beyond headlines which have fanned the flames of fear and hatred. Fascinating, rich and complex.

—— Kevin Watson , Reform Magazine

An important book... ground-breaking.

—— Rev Geoff Reid , Methodist Recorder

A recommended read for anyone interested in the present condition and further development of Muslims in Britain.

—— Hasan Beg , Dawn

[A] highly sympathetic new survey of British Muslims. The end of multiculturalism and its replacement with heightened surveillance and the emphasis on national cultural values are dealt with in detail. Fergusson’s belief that British Muslims should be valued because of their faith, not in spite of it, is a major improvement on the self-interested toleration that has often passed for an enlightened position on the Muslim question.

—— The New York Review of Books

A deliciously funny behind-the-scenes take on broadcasting and her encounters with politicians and celebrities

—— i

Fascinating . . . [an] excellent book

—— Mail on Sunday

A behind-the-scenes look at how news gets made

—— Observer

A fascinating and brilliantly evocative ringside seat at some of the most notable interviews she's done

—— Radio Times

Behind-the-scenes accounts of her famous encounters, including those with Donald Trump, Bill Clinton and the Dalai Lama, among many others

—— Daily Mail Books of the Year

She lifts the veil on the inner workings of the BBC, as she reflects on her long career as a journalist

—— Radio Times

She offers insights into everyone from Donald Trump to Simon Cowell, showing them not just as what they represent, but as individuals with flaws and charm

—— The Press and Journal

One of the best we've read this year . . . This insightful, hilarious and engrossing memoir from one of our most well-liked TV broadcasters takes you behind the scenes of the biggest news stories in recent years

—— SheerLuxe, 15 Best Beach Reads of 2019

Recounts, one guest per chapter, a number of her interviews with the boldest of boldface figures . . . Entertaining

—— Strong Words

A quick, absorbing read . . . my overriding impression is of rather breathless thoughtfulness . . . her formidable intelligence and self-deprecating awareness shine brightly

—— Times Higher Education

We love the Maitlis

—— Stylist

We're obsessed with Emily Maitlis in this house

—— Nick Grimshaw

Emily Maitlis is a particular hero of mine . . . I know I'm in for a treat with Airhead

—— Gaby Huddart, Editor-in-chief, Good Housekeeping

Emily Maitlis is one of my favourite interviewers and I want to read her tales of interviewing people such as Donald Trump, Theresa May and Simon Cowell

—— Catriona Shearer, Sunday Mail

A fascinating behind-the-scenes insight into modern television news

—— Time & Leisure Magazine

It's a brilliant, often funny, behind-the-scenes account of her working life, written by one of Britain's best television broadcasters. It proves she's far from an airhead!

—— John Craven

She gives readers a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most engaging interviews she's conducted in recent years - with all the wrangling, arguing, pleading and last-minute script writing they involved. Insightful, funny and engrossing, we love it.

—— SheerLuxe
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