Author Description

This book is about Avishai Ehrlich, his life's work in political sociology, his contribution to the field of sociology in Israel and his role as a public intellectual. The chapters include some of his articles, commentaries on his work and his public activism, and personal experiences and memories of Avishai as teacher and friend. The book will appeal to sociologists in general, particularly those whose interests include the Middle East conflict, Arab-Israeli relations and the various socio-political contexts within which the State of Israel evolves. A number of distinguished academics have contributed to this publication; they are also counted among Avishai Ehrlich's closest friends and associates. Their contributions introduce the reader to an extraordinary person whose interests span a very wide range: from sociology, Marxist theory and political economy, to photography, botany and cooking! Avishai is currently reading Jewish and Islamic Philosophy at Tel Aviv University, and improving his knowledge of Arabic. This book is about his ideas, his work and the influence he wielded among his students, peers and friends.