Do Not Complain to Others of a Wound You Bear
Do Not Complain to Others of a Wound You Bear by Karim Al-Iraqi translated by Hatem Al-Shamea
August 2024
Behind the Rays
Behind the Rays by Mohammed Hasan Al-Quzahi translated by Hatem Al-Shamea Behind the Rays they run, on soil untouched, chasing the hunt of the field. They weave medals from the wrinkles of a familiar face, and a familiar voice. They master the art of movement, behind the rays, gathering echoes of rumors. In the …
Review of Najeeb Abdulrazzaq Al-Turki’s Winter Sun
Review of Najeeb Abdulrazzaq Al-Turki’s Winter Sun Hatem Al-Shamea Introduction “شمس الشتاء” (Winter Sun) by Najeeb Abdulrazzaq Al-Turki is a Yemeni novel that delves into the complexities of human emotions, societal norms, and existential themes. The narrative, filled with symbolic language and philosophical undertones, reflects on the nature of life, love, and loss through …
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The Anguish of a Poem
The Anguish of a Poem by Entesar Hasan translated by Hatem Al-Shamea Gently, my love, for your coldness has undone me, I’ve come to pour out my torment and my sorrow. My womanhood was freed from the prison of its loneliness, As the scent of my perfume intoxicated my garments. You’ve wounded my heart, …
Does History Repeat Itself?
Does History Repeat Itself? By Abdul Aziz Al-Maqaleh It is not true, as some contemporary writings suggest, that history repeats itself. It is often people who repeat the mistakes of their ancestors, making these repetitions seem like history is being replayed. Many do not read history or heed its events and past occurrences, which …