Temporary People

Temporary People is an innovative and award-winning collection of interconnected stories by Deepak Unnikrishnan that explores the lives of migrant workers from South Asia living in the Gulf. Blending realism with elements of magical realism, folklore, and experimental storytelling, the book portrays the struggles, aspirations, resilience, and humanity of people who often remain unseen despite their vital contributions to society. Through imaginative narratives and powerful symbolism, Unnikrishnan examines themes of migration, identity, labor, displacement, belonging, and survival. Bold, original, and deeply moving, Temporary People is a landmark work of contemporary literature that gives voice to marginalized communities with compassion and creativity.