Mahfouz, Naguib
The Quarter
- ISBN 13:
- 9780863563751
- author:
- Mahfouz, Naguib
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Saqi Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 centimetres
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary Collections, Middle Eastern,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Quarter Stories by Najīb Maḥfūẓ is a collection of short stories that offer a glimpse into everyday life in Cairo's Gamaliya quarter. With its unique blend of characters and observations, this book provides a poignant portrayal of the human experience. Nabqa, Tawhida, Ali Zaidan, and Boss Saqr are just a few of the people whose lives are woven together in these stories. Each one is richly drawn, with their own secrets and struggles. The quarter itself becomes a character, its quiet vigil keeping watch over the inhabitants' deepest desires. First published among Naguib Mahfouz's old papers, this collection has been rediscovered and made available for the first time. Its delicate observations of everyday happenings make it a compelling read, taking you deep into the heart of Cairo.
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