Qarad iyo Qori is Maris (Qarad and the Shapeshifter)

This book, written by Mohamed Sh. Hassan and illustrated by Mukhtar Mudeey, tells the story of a shapeshifter who transforms into a hyena and preys on humans. The plot revolves around a brave man who sets out to fetch water for his family, but he encounters a mysterious man at the well. The stranger challenges him to a wrestling match, promising to provide water for the man's family if he wins. However, unbeknownst to the man, the stranger is a shapeshifter. Unfortunately, the man loses the match and becomes a meal for the hyena. The shapeshifter then assumes the man's appearance and returns to his family's home, where he is welcomed by the man's wife. Eventually, the wife realizes the imposter's true identity and exposes him, leading the shapeshifter to flee. Published by Scansom in 2009, this intriguing tale delves into themes of deception, identity, and the consequences of one's actions.