In «The Man Who Read Books», Rachid Benzine crafts a poignant narrative around Nabil Al Jaber, a Palestinian bookseller navigating life in war-torn Gaza, where literature becomes a sanctuary and a form of resistance. Through this tale, Benzine underscores the enduring power of words to preserve humanity and individual dignity amidst dehumanization, reminding us that while bombs may shatter homes, books continue to offer refuge and awaken the conscience.