Abba Eban: An Autobiography

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
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