Desierto by J. M. G. Le Clézio intertwines the stories of two young protagonists, Nour and Lalla, against the backdrop of the Sahara Desert. Nour's narrative is set in the early 20th century, depicting his struggles as part of a nomadic group opposing European colonial forces. Nour's journey is marked by themes of survival and resistance against external threats. In contrast, Lalla's story unfolds in the contemporary setting of the 1980s, exploring her transition from a carefree adolescence in the desert to the challenges of urban life in Europe. Lalla faces societal expectations, economic hardships, and the search for identity and belonging. The novel explores themes such as the clash between Western and Arab cultures, the impact of |