Sally Rooney to issue novel in Hebrew with Israeli publisher who complies with BDS
Sally Rooney is set to release her novel in Hebrew through an Israeli publisher that adheres to the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement. This decision has sparked significant backlash in Israel and internationally, leading to calls for a boycott of her work. Some Israeli bookstore chains have reportedly begun removing her books from their shelves in response to the controversy.
- ▪Sally Rooney will publish her novel in Hebrew with a BDS-compliant Israeli publisher.
- ▪The decision has led to backlash and calls for a boycott of her work.
- ▪Israeli bookstore chains have started removing some of her books from their shelves.
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Sally Rooney to issue novel in Hebrew with Israeli publisher who complies with BDSThat move prompted backlash in Israel and beyond, including calls to boycott Rooney’s work, with Israeli bookstore chains reportedly removing some of her books from shelves.Follow us on GoogleSally Rooney, left, promotes her novel "Intermezzo" at London’s Southbank Centre, Sept. 25, 2024.(photo credit: Faber & Faber via X)
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