Literature from the 'Axis of Evil'

This anthology gathers short fiction from writers in nations frequently labeled as hostile or dangerous by Western media, including Iran, Iraq, North Korea, and Syria. By centering voices from these specific geopolitical contexts, the collection challenges monolithic stereotypes and offers a window into the daily realities, fears, and hopes of individuals living under siege or strict state control. The stories vary in tone from the surreal and satirical to the starkly realistic, illustrating how political oppression permeates private life.

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