Ahmed Leithy's compelling novel, 'Before the World's Collapse / The Spring,' delves into the precipice of societal breakdown and the fragile yet enduring human spirit. This thought-provoking narrative explores themes of impending doom, environmental decay, and the desperate search for meaning in a world teetering on the brink. However, it is not merely a tale of despair; woven throughout its intricate plot are threads of resilience, renewal, and the unexpected blossoming of hope, much like the arrival of spring after a harsh winter. Leithy masterfully crafts a dystopian landscape that simultaneously offers a glimmer of a future where humanity might find redemption.