Men In The Sun by Ghassan Kanafani
The story follows three Palestinian refugees—Abu Qais, Assad, and Marwan—who are desperately trying to escape the harsh realities of their lives in refugee camps by seeking work and a better future in Kuwait. Their journey is fraught with danger and uncertainty as they place their trust in a smuggler named Abul Khaizuran, who promises to transport them across the desert in a water tanker. The narrative poignantly explores themes of displacement, loss, and the human cost of political turmoil, culminating in a tragic and powerful ending that underscores the profound sense of hopelessness and despair experienced by the characters.
The 5813th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1962
- Nationality
- Palestinian
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 70-100
- Original Language
- Arabic
- Avg User Rating
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(3.5)
- Alternate Titles
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- Men in the Sun
- Men in the Sun and Other Palestinian Stories
- Rijal fi al-Shams
- رجال في الشمس
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 5th on The Best 100 Arabic Books (Arab Writers Union)
- The 100 Best Novels Of All Time (Runners-Up) (The Guardian)