Nothing Left for Tomorrow

The book ‘Nothing Left for Tomorrow’ by contemporary writer Amir Hossein Cheheltan, published by Negah Publishing, is a collection of 12 short stories titled: Winter, Summer Men, Nothing Left for Tomorrow, The Fifth Pain, Searching for That Woman, The Statue, and five other stories. The short story ‘Nothing Left for Tomorrow’ depicts a character experiencing a prolonged period of waiting in their life. It also portrays the life of an elderly woman who feels invisible to those around her, ultimately leading to monotony and loneliness. The story vividly illustrates issues such as unveiling, a father’s irresponsibility, social disorders of the time, and the emotional despair of Iranian women. The protagonist’s distant and recent memories keep them tethered to the past, a prominent past filled with baffling loves central to the narrative. Amir Hossein Cheheltan, born on October 1, 1956, in Tehran, published his first collection of stories, ‘Marriage Contract,’ at the age of 20. He has been nominated multiple times for various literary awards, including the Houshang Golshiri Prize and the Book of the Year Award of the Islamic Republic. Additionally, he was nominated for the 24th Book of the Year Award for his novel ‘Iranian Dawn.’ Cheheltan has transcended geographical boundaries and gained renown outside of Iran as well. His other works include ‘The Talisman on the Iron Window,’ ‘Five O’Clock is Late to Die,’ ‘No One Called My Name,’ ‘The Love of the Incomplete Lady,’ ‘Mirror Hall,’ and ‘Muskroot.’ If you are interested in engaging Iranian short stories, ‘Nothing Left for Tomorrow’ by Mohammad Hossein Cheheltan is highly recommended.