Former President Nasheed Launches Short Story Collection 'Early 80s'

Former President and former Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) Chairperson Mohamed Nasheed officially launched his short story book, "Early 80s," last night. The book was launched at a special ceremony held at the Donmniku Skyview Restaurant. At the ceremony, the book was released by Nasheed's sister-in-law, Zuhaira Umar of Galolhu Kaneriyegey. The book is priced at 250 Rufiyaa for sale. It contains a total of five short stories. These include "Qaumi Mashruu," "Moosabaru," "Chala Zamaanaa," "Reethi Hadiya," and "Hithai Hithuge Gulhun." Speaking about the book, President Nasheed stated that the stories in it were written by him in the late 1980s and early 1990s. He also said that the title "Early 80s" appears as a revision from the second edition, and that these stories were composed during the period when he was transferred from prison to house arrest in 1994. Additionally, Nasheed revealed last night that he had written a book in English based on his life from 1989 up to 2008. He said that this book has been sent to a publisher for publication. President Nasheed worked as a journalist before entering politics and has written many literary and historical books. While engaged in political work, he has written notable books such as "Ebesheveyn Ingilaabu," "Dhe Radun," "Killa Male," and "Dagandu Dahanaa."