This short story collection takes us back to a time long past in Qatar, telling the stories of its people and delving deeply into the details of their lives, revealing the bitterness of their existence, the harshness of their circumstances, and their struggles with adversity.The short stories are rich and carefully crafted, with characters selected with precision and a sharp eye; the narrative gives them the strength to resist weakness, allowing them to challenge reality despite the difficulties, to express themselves amidst restrictions, and to scream against injustice—both individual and collective.The reader becomes emotionally connected with Shahin and Saif, feels sorrow for Shammah and Nafjah, anticipates the fate of Salem and Hasna, and is preoccupied with the circumstances of Niyyah and Mubarak. The impact of these characters does not end with the conclusion of the reading, as they leave their imprint on the heart and mind, as if proving to us that their stories were the seed of change towards a better future.