Death Is Hard Work by Khaled Khalifa
Set against the backdrop of war-torn Syria, this poignant narrative follows three siblings on a harrowing journey to fulfill their father's dying wish: to be buried in his ancestral village. As they navigate through a landscape ravaged by conflict, the siblings confront not only the physical challenges of their mission but also the emotional scars of their fractured relationships. The story delves into themes of familial duty, the persistence of memory, and the resilience of the human spirit amidst chaos, offering a deeply moving exploration of love, loss, and the enduring ties that bind us.
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- Published
- 2019
- Nationality
- Syrian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 180-240
- Original Language
- Arabic
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