The First Thousand Trees

In this compelling novella by Premee Mohamed, Henryk Mandrusiak embarks on a journey into the wilderness after a tragic mistake alienates him from his community and leads to profound personal loss. Seeking connection and a sense of belonging, he finds his uncle’s village, only to confront the harsh realities of his new, challenging environment. As he navigates the complexities of survival and the shadows of his past, the story delves into themes of isolation and resilience amidst a bleak climate apocalypse, maintaining a glimmer of hope throughout. This novella concludes the narrative arc initiated in The Annual Migration of Clouds and continued in We Speak Through the Mountain.