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Dreams of the Convalescence Period
"Dreams of Convalescence" is one of Naguib Mahfouz’s final and most unique literary works. Through a series of brief yet profound dream narratives, Mahfouz blends reality, imagination, wisdom, and reflection, offering readers a deeply personal and philosophical journey into the human experience.
About this book
"Dreams of Convalescence" consists of a remarkable collection of short dream-like texts written during the final years of Mahfouz’s life following a period of recovery and reflection. These concise literary pieces combine symbolism, philosophy, and imagination in a unique narrative form. The book explores themes such as time, mortality, love, justice, power, and memory. Despite their brevity, the dreams contain layers of meaning that encourage contemplation and interpretation. The collection stands as a profound testament to Mahfouz’s literary legacy and intellectual depth.
Why read it?
To explore the final stage of Mahfouz’s literary and intellectual journey.
To enjoy brief yet meaningful texts rich in symbolism and wisdom.
To reflect on life, existence, and human nature.
To experience a unique literary form blending dreams and storytelling.
To discover one of Mahfouz’s most personal and distinctive works.
To enjoy brief yet meaningful texts rich in symbolism and wisdom.
To reflect on life, existence, and human nature.
To experience a unique literary form blending dreams and storytelling.
To discover one of Mahfouz’s most personal and distinctive works.
Who is it for?
Fans of Naguib Mahfouz.
Readers interested in philosophical literature.
Lovers of short-form literary works.
Literature and humanities students.
Readers seeking reflective and thought-provoking texts.
Readers interested in philosophical literature.
Lovers of short-form literary works.
Literature and humanities students.
Readers seeking reflective and thought-provoking texts.
Book details
Language
ar
ISBN-13
9789778669152
Page count
168
Age rating
General