The Artist and the Falafel
Sami Michael
1955
A mighty gust of a cruel wind slid down from Mount Carmel toward the street.
After having flooded its lights, its tumult and the aromas emanating from its restaurants, it continued making its way to the sea. The stars pulsating against the background of the deep sky appeared to be trembling from the cold. The lamps illuminating the street shook…
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