Fifty Million: Short Stories

A native of Afghanistan, Shinwari's homeland serves as the subject for this collection of short stories. Though he no longer resides there, his connection to his country of birth is evident in his writing, which focuses on the culture and afflictions of his people. Shinwari portrays the plight and ordeal of Afghans through these stories, revealing how both the men and women of Afghanistan suffer and how their basic human rights are violated by warlords, militants, and corrupt officials. Additionally, he demonstrates how the behaviors of individuals can be influenced by vice and the changes that occur in people during wars and battles. Written with the first-hand knowledge of Afghan culture, his stories can help readers understand the culture and psyche of Afghans. With Afghanistan as a focus point in global current events, Shinwari hopes that his collection will give readers a better idea of the true lives and struggles of his nation's people. Furthermore, he intends for these stories to function as an introduction for students to the literature of the East, especially because this translation into English makes them accessible to a larger body of the global population.

Whether one intends to broaden his or her knowledge of Afghan culture or is simply interested in stories of conflict and morality, Fifty Million Short Stories provides an accessible window into the lives of individuals in Shinwari's native country.