Published in 1978, this novella is a foundational piece of modern Arab literature. It chronicles the true story of Marie Rose Boustani, a Lebanese woman executed by a Christian militia during the Lebanese Civil War. Key Themes
: The text explores the intersections of gender, religion, and nationalism.
: The novel is divided into distinct sections, moving from a descriptive "Time I" to the dramatic, multi-perspective "Time II" that details the interrogation and execution.
