This 88 page collection of short works by Ms. Corman is the first or her works -- that we are aware of, at least -- that is printed in full color. It's great to reaching out in many new directions, artistic as well as thematic. The stories here range all over the map -- both physical and emotional -- and present windows on worlds that most readers will be new to. The stories contain personal, historical, mythical and political themes, with a special focus on Egyptian life, and all strive for empathy with their subjects.