Beirut 2020

''The author''s home town is falling apart. Lebanon''s capital [...] has morphed into a symbol of devastation and hatred and madness. Majdalani is a survivor who still finds in himself the elegance to smile and hope'' Amin Maalouf, Prix Goncourt winner

''It is rare to capture the moment when it first occurs, in real time, with these seemingly humble details that describe the instant in all its dept...