Historical Fiction about Israel

Explore captivating historical fiction books about Israel, featuring epic tales of ancient civilizations, biblical events, and modern struggles. Discover must-read novels that bring Israel's rich past to life.

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The Hope

by Herman Wouk

Taking readers from 1948 to 1967 in Sinai, Jerusalem, and Washington, D.C., a stunning depiction of the conflicts that shaped the struggling nation of Israel …
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The Glory

by Herman Wouk

Like no other novelist at work today, Herman Wouk has managed to capture the sweep of history in novels rich in character and alive with …
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The Haj

by Leon Uris

“The narrative is fast paced, bursting with action, and obviously based on an intimate grasp of the region, its peoples, their tradition and age-old ways …
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Exodus

by Leon Uris

For use in schools and libraries only. An American nurse and an Israeli freedom fighter get caught up in the re-birth of Israel.
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The Source

by James Albert Michener

Recreates the history of the people who have lived at Makor, Israel--from 10,000 B.C. to the present state of Israel.
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O Jerusalem

by Larry Collins

An account of the bitter 1948 dispute between the Arabs and Jews over Jerusalem, highlights the role of the British as well as prominent individuals …
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The Return to Zion

by Bodie Thoene

With Moshe and Rachel trapped behind the walls of the Old City, British forces prepare to leave Palestine. David recruits help from America to join …