Britain’s War in Palestine, with Sebastian Faulks
Summary
Sebastian Foulkes discusses his new novel, Farewell to Eden, set in post-war Britain and the final days of the British Mandate in Palestine. He explores how the story emerged from his father’s military service and Imperial War Museum archives, weaving together themes of faith, conflict, and ordinary lives amidst geopolitical turmoil. The conversation also touches on the complexities of the Middle East, the nature of belief, and the creative process behind the book’s intricate plot and historical setting.
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