Fountain And Tomb by Najib Mahfuz
"Fountain and Tomb" is a collection of interwoven short stories that paint a vivid portrait of life in a Cairo alley during the early 20th century. Through the eyes of a young narrator, the book delves into the daily lives, secrets, and communal relationships of the residents, offering a tapestry of human experiences that range from the humorous to the tragic. The narrative captures the essence of a changing society, where tradition clashes with modernity, and where characters grapple with issues of morality, love, and the inexorable passage of time. The work is a poignant reflection on the complexities of life within a tight-knit community, encapsulating the universal themes of change, memory, and the enduring human spirit.
The 7779th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1975
- Nationality
- Egyptian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Arabic
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- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)