Israelophobia: The newest version of the oldest hatred and what to do about it, by Jake Wallis Simon

Author: Jake Wallis Simon. Review by Ol Rappaport

At the core of the book are three pivotal chapters: ‘Demonisation’, ‘Weaponisation’ and ‘Falsification’. | Photo: Book cover of Israelophobia: The newest version of the oldest hatred and what to do about it, by Jake Wallis Simon

Friends may remember an article I wrote just a year ago: ‘Is the Religious Society of Friends antisemitic?’ (30 September 2022). It was based on an analysis of letters and articles in the Friend. It provoked a wide range of responses, not all critical. I haven’t been able to pursue the matter with the energy it deserves, so it was with delight that I read this book, which makes many points I would like to have had the knowledge, understanding and opportunity to make.

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