In 2050 Riyadh, elder Asma's richly captivating storytelling transports her cherished grandchildren to fabled times where they learn that modern-day dilemmas are no match for the trials, tribulations and words of wisdom passed from generation to generation through their fascinating folktales.
Zarqa
Favorite phrase
Camel
Brother
Banana
Rabab
Anter
Salt
Quiet princess
Hartim
Good man
Heritage
Grandmother story
The night the wolf cried
Naash's daughters
The nameless faris
Jared's legend
Tanbouri's shoes
Poison and sweetness
Throw those squashes and carry me
Iyas the judge
Mulukhiyah wars
Nafla and nahla
The old lady and the jinni
The mermaid's gifts
Stories are our treasures
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