The novel revolves around a Palestinian refugee who returns to his homeland after the 1948 Arab-Israeli War. He discovers that his family has been killed and their bodies buried in a mass grave. The protagonist's search for identity, justice, and revenge drives the plot forward. Through his journey, the novel explores themes of displacement, loss, and resistance under occupation.
By Ghassan Kanafani · First published 1969 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Psychological Drama, Coming-of-Age