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Gazan author publishes book in Spain without accessing it himself
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A Gazan writer completed part of a book about Gaza that was published in Spain, yet has never held a physical copy due to the blockade restricting movement of goods into and out of the territory. The blockade prevents him from obtaining his own published work.
The book, titled "El Libro de Gaza," represents a rare instance of Gazan literary work reaching international publication despite logistical barriers. The author's contribution to the volume demonstrates how creative work from Gaza can circulate globally while remaining physically inaccessible to those who produced it.
