The story of Ahmad, a young Palestinian in a refugee camp

Thorn and Clove by Yahya Sinwar, Hamas leader, depicts Ahmad’s life and daily struggles of Palestinians in refugee camps.

This 30-chapter novel portrays the harsh realities of Palestinians, working for Israelis and the divided opinions on it, efforts to study in Egypt, and passing checkpoints. The author draws from reality, examining how labor impacts Palestinian life and culture, while also showing the resistance perspective.