{"book":{"book":"This Cursed Beautiful Land","author":"Evan Gershkovich","publicationYear":2026,"description":"This Cursed Beautiful Land is a memoir by American journalist Evan Gershkovich detailing his time spent in a Russian prison. The book recounts his harrowing experience during 16 months of incarceration that captured international headlines. Throughout his detention, Gershkovich focused on listening, observing, and documenting the world around him. His account provides an intimate perspective on political imprisonment and survival under severe confinement. The memoir also reflects on the challenges of re-entering the world and adjusting to everyday life following his release.","image":"https://npr.brightspotcdn.com/dims3/default/strip/false/crop/2160x2160+0+0/resize/3000/quality/66/format/jpg/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnpr-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F99%2Fec%2F62bf0e154dc6a129437c56dbd8f9%2Fe714b035-dde0-4ac3-bab9-698ce236f652.jpg","date":"2026-10-30"}}