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The Chandelier Maker
In 1928, after an Arab uprising in Palestine, a British politician suggested that the path to peace in the Middle East could be possible if people at the grass roots could just sit down and talk. This advice was ignored… until now.
In this gripping novel a Muslim Arab, an Israeli Jew, a Christian, and a Pro-Palestinian Marxist are bough together for just one day, to one place… to save the world. They talk, they argue, they laugh and cry… but they also experience some of the most heartrending events in history as they come to a shattering realisation.
Reviews
The depth of historical information is really well balanced and I could imagine the scenes being played out before me. Joe Gisbey, youth leader
This is a 'Must Read' if you want to gain extraordinary insights into the situation between Israel & the Palestinians. You will find here a breadth of research and deep understanding of the history and current issues involved. Thatchem 001
This book is remarkable! Steve Maltz has done it again in producing a book that is informative, challenging, entertaining, and at times humourous. Historical events are presented factually in an innovative way (I wish all history could be like this) and without bias. This book is essential reading. Get it now! David Shepherd
Steve Maltz has written an amazing piece of work here. The way that he uses interactions between ordinary people to describe a complex and difficult issue is powerful. I have two things to say. 1. Get this book and read it. 2. When you read it, don’t skip to the end. Read it through diligently. You will be amazed! Nigel Wylie
Steve Maltz delivers an engaging, witty, and thought-provoking narrative… The book skilfully and sensitively explores a complex and often divisive issue, presenting multiple viewpoints with clever plot twists and moments of humour. …it’s definitely worth the read. Mr Scott
An amazing imagination. Your narrative had me gripped for hours on end. It’s truly a great effort; intriguing, quirky, and revolutionary! Charles Gardner, journalist
Great concept, very good story-line, gripping, balance. A better way to learn history than I ever had at school. Roy Thurley, writer
This is seminal and entertaining … an important piece of work. Fred Wright, author and academic
Steve Maltz writes in 3D. His characters are so credible, so normal that laughing and crying with them is normal too. …accurate and vivid history punctuates breathtaking self-discovery and compels natural enemies to listen at least as much as they talk. You will shout at these pages and stain them with your tears – you will not be bored! David Andrew, writer