The Beggar, The Thief And The Dogs, Autumn Quail by Naguib Mahfouz
The Thief and the Dogs, Autumn Quail
Set against the backdrop of post-revolutionary Egypt, the narrative delves into the lives of individuals grappling with personal and societal upheaval. The story intricately weaves the struggles of a disillusioned intellectual, a former revolutionary turned criminal, and a bureaucrat facing the collapse of his career. As they navigate the shifting sands of political and social change, each character confronts their own moral dilemmas, reflecting the broader existential crises of a nation in transition. Through their intertwined fates, the tale explores themes of identity, redemption, and the relentless pursuit of meaning in a rapidly transforming world.
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- Published
- 1962
- Nationality
- Egyptian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- Arabic
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- Alternate Titles
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- Al-Liss wal-Kilab
- Al-Shahhadh
- Qushtumur
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