The Last Tram

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Exploring themes of longing and displacement, these stories vividly depict the migrant experience through a rich tapestry of art, history, and contemporary politics. Characters like Mustafa, who clings to memories of his poplar tree, and the tragic Madame Suslova, haunted by a lost love, illustrate the emotional complexities of immigration. The Coci family's desperate journey through the Fréjus Tunnel further highlights the struggles faced by those in exile, making for a poignant reflection on the human condition amid cultural upheaval.