I was loaned this book by a friend of mine some years back. As i began reading the book, i was hooked. It contains some very valuable information. The kind of information that is normally held back and difficult for us to research, as it requires the ability to read and understand hewbrew. Which most can not do. I have read many of the so-called rebutals available all over the web, but it seems they do anything but present a reasonable rebutal. Many a times, they are even just filled with name-calling and wild baseless accusations against Israel Shahak (i think his credentials speak for themselves). And many a times the so-called rebutals just rely upon our ignorace of the hewbrew language and inability to research for ourselves. Besides, there are also many counter rebutals for the arguments that are generally presented. My advice is, you do the research yourself as far as you are capable of doing, and judge for yourself. Do not let others dictate to you what you should believe or hold to be true.
I have had the information verified be certain Jews of the orthodox community. The information is shocking and once one has read it, suddenly the basis for many of Israels policies will become clear. So much will begin to make sense. This is one of them books they do not want you to read.
If i remember correctly, i believe the book is also available online to read. Not sure though. You will just have to do a google search to see what you can find.
The book just to put it briefly, is a historical analysis of Jews throughout history and their roles. As well as a critical look at certain passages from the talmud (a commentary on the Torah). What it contains, and how certain passages have been interpreted. For example, the law regarding the permissability/impermissability of murdering a gentile. How this has effected Israeli policy. Letters written to Rabbis from soldiers asking regarding the Jewish position of killiing gentiles in war, including women and children, the answers given by Rabbis is also translated. The information is frightening. A real eye-opener!