The Simple Narrative of Laments

The Simple Narrative of Laments

“The Simple Narrative of Laments” is a short story collection by Baha Morshedi, published in 2011 by Naqde Afkar Publishing.

The book consists of nine short stories, each written independently, yet subtly connected through a recurring character named “Marieta,” which creates an underlying internal cohesion within the collection.

The overall atmosphere of the book moves toward experimental fiction and poetic narration, where language and form sometimes take precedence over traditional narrative structure. The stories rely less on classical storytelling frameworks and more on the exploration of language, atmosphere, and non-linear forms of narration.

The collection can be seen as an attempt to test the capacities of the short story form at the intersection of narrative and poetry, continuing a path in which fiction is treated as an open and experimental structure.

Published in 90 pages in a medium format, the book reflects a phase in Baha Morshedi’s early 2010s writing career, a period marked by strong emphasis on formal and linguistic experimentation.

Book details

Author: Baha Morshedi
Genre: Short story collection
Publisher: Naqde Afkar Publishing
Year: 2011
Format: Medium
Pages: 90
Stories: 9