"When the World Sleeps: Stories, Words, and Wounds of Palestine" by Francesca Albanese. My rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Published in 2026.

Book description: The first woman to serve as United Nations Special Rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories conveys the soul of a people through ten unforgettable stories of resilience and humanity. The spirit of a place lies in the people who inhabit it, in the stories that intertwine through its streets. And this is especially true of a land like Palestine, the witness to defining historical transitions and stage to one of the most painful chapters in contemporary history.

These stories are compelling and bring out the human experience and trauma. They helped to broaden my understanding. I'm so glad I read this book.

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