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Peter Beinart Wins 2026 PEN America Literary Award for Nonfiction Book
Peter Beinart has received the 2026 PEN America Literary Award for nonfiction for his book 'Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza: A Reckoning.' Judges stated that the book offers a model for writing a new story when inherited narratives no longer hold. The award was presented at an event in New York City on March 31, 2026.
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Judges stated that the book "offers a model for writing a new story when inherited narratives no longer hold." The award ceremony took place at Town Hall in New York City on March 31, 2026.
left the organization in 2024.
This departure followed the group's publication of a report that accused Israel of genocide. The organization focuses on literary awards and related activities.
attended the PEN America 62nd Annual Literary Awards at the specified venue. The event occurred less than a month before the current date of April 23, 2026. No further details on the book's content or additional award context were provided in the report.
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