

My People Shall Live by Leila Khaled
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My People Shall Live by Leila Khaled is an autobiographical account of one of the most iconic figures in the Palestinian resistance movement. Published in the 1970s, this memoir recounts Khaled’s personal journey from her early life as a refugee, following the Nakba and displacement of her family from Haifa, to her involvement with the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP). Khaled offers a first-hand narrative of her transformation into a revolutionary, most notably her participation in two airplane hijackings in 1969 and 1970, actions that brought global attention to the Palestinian cause. The book delves into her ideological convictions, the motivations behind her militant activities, and her steadfast belief in the struggle for Palestinian liberation. Beyond recounting her militant activities, Khaled provides insight into the personal sacrifices and emotional struggles that accompany political activism and armed resistance. My People Shall Live stands as both a historical document of a turbulent era in Middle Eastern politics and a testament to the resilience and determination of the Palestinian people through the lens of one of its most prominent female figures.