Within the text of this epic collection of short stories that were originally written in Arabic then translated into English are Ahmed Al Khamisi’s life experiences written in a way that surely captivates the audience of literary students, artists, and poets alike. The content of which establishes emotion in the hearts of readers relative to the perspective of one Ahmed Al Khamisi.

The transcription of words within this collection of short stories brings the reader into the mind of the writer as he leads them on a journey of life, love, fear, despair, and hope. The truth of Ahmed Al Khamisi’s life experiences is reflected poetically within this collection of short stories to entertain his audience, and entertain his audience, he did. I sincerely enjoyed perceiving the events of this man’s life through his eyes while I experienced his mind, heart, and emotions firsthand as he laid them forth through the stroke of a pen.

The content of each story highlights original authenticity, and each short story reflects a unique experience of life perceived by the writer. I learned about Egypt and many of the experiences that transpired in the life of Ahmed Al Khamisi, including the depth of his spirituality and devotion to God, family, and self-integrity. This collection is a must-read for all audiences interested in the events that transpired in the life of Ahmed Al Khamisi, as well as connecting to universal experiences that we all undergo in this life of love, loss, fear, and hope.