Welcome to the distant future. Humans are on the verge of extinction and have settled in small tribes across the planet under the observation and care of the Mothers. Some children are made in factories; some live by getting nutrients from water and light, like plants. The survival of the race depends on the interbreeding of these and other alien beings - but it is far from certain that connect…
As Nahr sits, locked away in solitary confinement, she spends her days reflecting on the dramatic events that landed her in prison in a country she barely knows. Born in Kuwait in the 70s to Palestinian refugees, she dreamed of falling in love with the perfect man, raising children, and possibly opening her own beauty salon.
Weaving factual account with colorful myth. The 'father of history' tells of the psychotic Persian king - and his fateful death.
Disturbing, prescient stories of human conscience and conflicting desires by the pioneer of science fiction.
The pastoral verse steeped in wit and nostalgia, from one of ancient Rome's greatest poets.