The Hilltop
The Hilltop by Assaf Gavron is a satirical novel published by Oneworld in 2015, featuring 464 pages in English. This work presents a humorous exploration of contemporary Israel through the eyes of Othniel Assis, who establishes his family in a second-hand shipping container on a contentious hilltop in the West Bank. As settlers from various backgrounds converge on this makeshift outpost, the narrative unfolds against the backdrop of complex social dynamics and governmental interactions.
Readers will find a vivid portrayal of life in a settlement, as Othniel navigates the challenges of his new environment while drawing the attention of a journalist, which leads to an international diplomatic incident. The book delves into themes of cultural heritage and the absurdities of modern life, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of personal and political narratives. With its blend of humor and critical observation, The Hilltop invites readers to reflect on the intricacies of identity and community in a rapidly changing world.
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An NPR ‘Great Read of 2014’
A brilliant and hilarious satirical novel about the state of twenty-first century Israel
On a rock-strewn hilltop in the heart of the West Bank stands a lone second-hand shipping container, a generator and some goats. On this contested land, Othniel Assis – under the wary gaze of the neighbouring Palestinian village – installs his ever-expanding family. As he cheerfully manipulates government agencies, more settlers arrive and, with a hodge-podge of bankers, teachers, kibbutzniks and townies, religious and secular, the outpost takes root. But when a curious journalist stumbles into their midst, the settlement becomes the focus of an international diplomatic scandal.
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