The book 'Looking at Women Looking at War: Diaries of War and Justice' by the late Ukrainian writer Victoria Ameliana, published in 2025, stands as one of the most significant literary and political testimonies of the year. The work was awarded the Orwell Prize. These diaries serve as a dense chronicle of the weight of suffering and the capacity for endurance amidst harsh conditions. Victoria Ameliana's diaries document the impact of war through scenes that capture the transformation of daily life in Ukraine—from the destruction of schools, libraries, and homes to the psychological reflections on individuals. The work highlights the human experiences in the details of losing places and memories, as well as the efforts made by women in documentation, fieldwork, and pursuing paths to justice.
