What's happened
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe shares how books provided solace during her imprisonment in Iran
Why it matters
The story is significant as it sheds light on the power of literature in providing solace and escape in the face of adversity
What the papers say
The Times highlights how books provided solace for Zaghari-Ratcliffe during her imprisonment, while The Independent and The Guardian also cover her speech at the Booker Prize ceremony, emphasizing the impact of literature on her during her time in prison
How we got here
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, a dual British-Iranian citizen, was imprisoned in Iran for nearly six years on suspicion of espionage
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