Israel is of course not the only small country in the world, nor is it the smallest, but few countries of its size can be proud of the achievements that place them at the top of the world. This is exactly what the book in your hands is about.
During the work on Israel -A small country, a big story We plowed through all the databases of research companies and international economic organizations, we meticulously went through international surveys that conduct comparative analyzes between countries and checked in which categories Israel is included in the top ten. It is clear to all of us that there is still a great deal to improve and endless goals to aim for, but at the same time we must not ignore the unprecedented achievements that our small and young country has reached.
Many of our successes originate from the crises, threats and difficulties that have accompanied the State of Israel since its establishment. The ability to turn enormous challenges into unimaginable successes is perhaps the Israeli story.
The book in front of you provides a look that inspires pride and excitement, as well as an original angle for observing the Israeli reality, all based on data and alongside fresh, factual and intriguing analysis. Along with a visual presentation of the key data, you will find columns by Prof. Yuval Albashan, Judith Bronitsky, Yevgeny Dibrov, Ahova Yanai, Michal Cohen, Dov Moran, Dr. Liraz Margalit, Prof. Shlomo Mashiach, Moran Samuel Gil Shoid and Prof. Amnon Shashua.
At a time when you have to rub your eyes to digest what is happening, the book in front of you serves as a resounding reminder of everything we have to lose, and in fact, everything we must guard against. A great miracle was written in this small country, a great story of turning challenges into successes. There is a lot to be proud of and nothing less - something to fix. Will we succeed this time as well in turning a crisis into a defining opportunity? let it be.
Sophie Shulman is a senior commentator at Calcalist. Her previous book, "Reinvent Every Morning", which she wrote together with Galit Hami, was a bestseller and was translated into English.
