BEYOND THE BATTLEFIELD: PALESTINIAN WOMEN WRITERS AND THE POLITICS OF IDENTITY by SAMAH ABDUL HAKEEM FAREED JARRAD & RAIHANAH MOHD MYDIN

Set against the fractured landscapes of the West Bank, Gaza, and refugee camps, this book offers a compelling exploration of Palestinian women’s English-language novels, narratives often pushed to the margins, yet deeply rooted in resistance, identity, and survival. Through their storytelling, Palestinian women reclaim the power to name their realities and confront the entanglements of patriarchy and colonialism. More than a literary study, this work is a listening space, an invitation to encounter stories that are lived, not just told. It examines how these authors transform fiction into acts of defiance, crafting narratives that challenge dominant discourses and preserve collective memory. By amplifying their voices, the book illuminates the resilience, agency, and unwavering spirit of Palestinian women who continue to shape both the literary and political landscapes. Their stories are not only acts of survival but declarations of existence.