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Commander of the Exodus
- Narrated by: William Sutherland
- Length: 8 hrs and 13 mins
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Publisher's Summary
Of the four expeditions commanded by Harel between 1946 and 1948, the voyage of the Exodus left the deepest impression on public consciousness, quickly becoming a beacon for Zionism and a symbol to all that neither guns, cannons, nor warships could stand in the way of the human need for a home. With grace and sensitivity, Kaniuk shows the human face of history.
He pays homage to the young Israeli who was motivated not by politics or personal glory, but by the pleading eyes of the orphaned children languishing on the shores of Europe. Commander of the Exodus is both an unforgettable tribute to the heroism of the dispossessed and a rich evocation of the vision and daring of a man who took it upon himself to reverse the course of history.
Critic Reviews
"Masterfully describing both Harel's biography and the suffering and determination of the refugees, Kaniuk portrays an ugly episode in history and provides much-needed historical depth to contemporary political debates." (Publishers Weekly)
"Kaniuk not only gives readers a penetrating picture of Harel but also offers valuable insights into the Jewish struggle to create a homeland." (Booklist)
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- gilbert s mane
- 12-02-2019
Brilliant
Detailed account of the endeavour to get Holocaust survivors to Palestine prior to the proclamation of the state of Israel. The individual vignettes are moving and fascinating. A sequel on the next chapter of the life of Yossi Harel, captain of the Exodus, is very much needed. Brilliant book.
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