Elsa Marston Livres

The collection of short stories offers a vivid portrayal of Arab teenagers navigating life across various Middle Eastern countries, including Iraq, Tunisia, and Lebanon. Each character faces unique challenges, from societal pressures and conflict to personal struggles like family issues and aspirations. Themes of friendship, resilience, and humor are woven throughout, showcasing the complexities of growing up in a region marked by both cultural richness and adversity. Accompanying contextual notes enhance the reader's understanding of the stories' backgrounds, providing a fresh perspective on youth experiences in the Arab world.

Inspired by the rock art of the American southwest, this collection features fourteen short poems that give voice to the animals depicted in these ancient images. Through imaginative testimonials, the poems explore the connection between these creatures and Native American mythology, shedding light on their possible meanings. Accompanied by color photographs of the rock art, this work blends poetry with cultural and natural history, inviting young readers to ponder the significance of these mysterious creations and the stories they tell.

For the compassionate warrior, Abd el-Kader (1808-1883), they were among his most recognizable traits. A brilliant military strategist, superb horseman, Arab statesman, and philosopher, Abd el-Kader was widely praised for his commitment to the safety of innocent people during his armed resistance to the French conquest of Algeria.

When Muna and her family returned after the war, Sameer thought that he would finally have someone to play with. Together they could climb and eat from the big olive tree that overlooked both their gardens. But Muna didn't want to play or share the olives. However, one night lightning struck...