From TheWrap · Alex Welch · · 50s
Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones Support Sally Rooney Against UK Book Ban
Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones condemn UK book ban on Sally Rooney's works as 'repressive absurdity'.
In brief
Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones condemn UK book ban on Sally Rooney's works as 'repressive absurdity'. Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones support Sally Rooney after UK banned her books over Palestine Action support. Originally reported by TheWrap.
Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones
Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones became breakout stars in 2020 with 'Normal People' on Hulu.
UK Bans Sally Rooney Books
The UK removed Sally Rooney's novels from shelves over her support for Palestine Action.
Open Letter Against Ban
158 signatories, including Mescal and Edgar-Jones, called the ban 'repressive absurdity' in an open letter.
Publisher's Response
Faber publisher said UK government's actions prevented them from passing earnings to Rooney.
Rooney's Stance
Rooney confirmed she supports Palestine Action and will use book proceeds for the cause.
What it means
Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones support Sally Rooney after UK banned her books over Palestine Action support.
