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Also the blurb from the back could do with being added as it's more descriptive:Often, it is the smallest details of daily life that tell us the most. And so it is under occupation in Palestine. Here, everything must be carefully thought about and planner for: Are we picnicking too close to an Israeli settlement? Will my post arrive? How long will it take to get through the checkpoints today?
Occupation Diaries is award-winning author Raja Shehadeh's diary of the two eventful years before the Palestinian bid for UN statehood in September 2011. A fierce and lyrical portrait of a life lived under siege, it addresses the big questions - When does co-operation become collaboration? Are any of life's pleasures untouched by politics? - and records daily frustrations, ignominies and isolation, as well as loyalty, pride and moments of profound hope in adversity.



ISBN: 9781781250174