The Eyes of Gaza – A Diary of Resilience by Plestia Alaqad

The Eyes of Gaza – A Diary of Resilience is a powerful, first-hand account of the human impact of the 2023 conflict in Gaza, chronicled through the raw, intimate diary entries of young journalist Plestia Alaqad. Alaqad, who became famous for her social media updates as the “Eyes of Gaza,” shares her personal story of survival as she and her family navigated displacement and danger, simultaneously documenting the resilience, community strength, and everyday tragedies of the people around her. The book serves as both a personal tribute to her homeland and a testament to the enduring human spirit amidst unimaginable hardship, aiming to put a human face to the headlines and ensure individual stories are not lost to history.