Delve into the poignant world of Iraqi author Mahmoud Al-Samarrai with his collection *Manazil Al-Law'ah* (Houses of Sorrow). This book is a masterful journey into the depths of human suffering, existential angst, and quiet desperation. Through his distinctively poetic and philosophical prose, Al-Samarrai crafts narratives that explore the inner turmoil of characters grappling with pain and the harsh realities of their existence. Each story serves as a window into the soul, presenting a melancholic yet profound meditation on the universal nature of sorrow, making it a timeless classic of modern Arabic literature.