Occupation Diaries
(Author) Raja ShehadehIt is often the smallest details of daily life that tell us the most. And so it is under occupation in Palestine. What most of us take for granted has to be carefully thought about and planned for: When will the post be allowed to get through? Will there be enough water for the bath tonight? How shall I get rid of the rubbish collecting outside? How much time should I allow for the journey to visit my cousin, going through checkpoints? And big questions too: Is working with left-wing Israelis collaborating or not? What affect will the Arab Spring have on the future of Palestine? What can anyone do to bring about change? Are any of life's pleasures untouched by politics?
Raja Shehadeh
Raja Shehadeh is a Palestinian author, lawyer, and human rights activist known for his writings on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the occupation of Palestinian territories. His most notable works include "Strangers in the House: Coming of Age in Occupied Palestine" and "Palestinian Walks: Notes on a Vanishing Landscape," which blend personal memoir with political analysis. Shehadeh's literary style is characterized by its introspective and contemplative tone, as he reflects on his experiences living under occupation and the impact it has had on the Palestinian people. His work has made a significant contribution to literature by providing a unique perspective on the conflict and shedding light on the daily struggles faced by Palestinians. "Palestinian Walks" is considered his most famous work, winning the Orwell Prize for political writing in 2008. Shehadeh's writing has had a lasting impact on the genre of political literature, influencing other authors to explore similar themes and narratives.
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