Today, May 8, 2025. On May 8, 1945, let us not forget the massacre that took place in Sétif, Guelma, and Kherrata, where over 45,000 Algerians were killed.

They took to the streets to demand a free and independent Algeria, and France did not hesitate to commit these atrocities.

رحمهم الله 🇩🇿

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We couldn't agree more!

“…an extraordinarily immersive narrative, and a fascinating story of the little-known Ouled Nail dancers.” The Island Prize Judges
"A compelling storyteller, fresh and engaging." Karen Jennings, An Island

Tourists know it as the City of Joy. For Ouled Nail dancers, Bousaada is a city of horrors.
Published in the UK, Algeria and Nigeria

https://www.hhousebooks.com/books/sand-roses/

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