Comprehensive political study of Hamas by Paola Caridi, tracing its origins as a Muslim Brotherhood offshoot in Gaza, through its transformation into a governing authority after the 2006 elections, and the subsequent blockade imposed by Israel in 2007. Caridi offers a detailed account of Hamas's ideology, internal divisions, and shifting strategies. Essential for understanding Hamas's political trajectory and Gaza's governance. Recommended for researchers and policy analysts studying Hamas's political evolution and the relationship between Hamas's governance record and the broader Palestinian national movement.
