including a May 2007 piece "One state: solution or Utopia," which concludes Chapter 1, Avnery alludes to an ideal notion of internationalism wherein borders and nationalism are no longer relevant. While agreeing that the notion is idealist, I think ideals are worth working toward. I think Avnery would agree. However, in the world of realpolitik, Avnery argues that the Jewish state is central to most Israelis, and indeed, many Jews worldwide. In addition to the above-mentioned remarks, Avnery's essay "A new consensus," also included in this volume, sheds further light on his position.

Of course, the only tenable peace will have to be arrived at by the parties involved-Israel and Palestine-and the world should support whatever deal the majority of both sides agree to, always providing of course that negotiations are fair. Avnery's voice has always been strong in demanding good faith.

I have great admiration and respect for Avnery's courage, fortitude and unwavering commitment to bringing peace with justice to the troubled peoples of Israel and Palestine. I have endeavored to be true to Avnery in this collection while telling the truth as I see it, too. The footnotes and all commentary outside the original essays are my additions to the work. I hope this collection of his essays contributes to peace in Avnery's home and am honored and grateful to have been given the opportunity to contribute whatever small amount I could. I am espedally grateful to Uri Avnery for his work, both written and active, to Roger van Zwanenberg for his trust and encouragement, and to the Washington Report on Middle East Affairs for so much. Further thanks go to Chris Costello who has volunteered many hours to edit Avnery's English translations from his original Hebrew, and who generously sent me copies of some of his work. Any deficiencies within this book, however, are my own. Avnery's voice speaks for itself. I hope here, it speaks to you.

SRP

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