Amnon Dankner
Israeli journalist and author
Born
February 5th, 1946
79 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Israel
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Born in 1946, this individual worked extensively in journalism, contributing to major publications in Israel. An author as well, he penned several books focusing on Israeli society, politics, and culture. His work often reflected the complexities of life in Israel and engaged with historical perspectives. The contributions spanned decades, influencing both public discourse and literary thought in the country.
Wrote several influential books on Israeli culture
Worked as a journalist for major Israeli publications
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