The Reader of Nahj al-Dabbaghin

In his novel قارئة نهج الدباغين (The Reader of Dabbaghin Street), Tunisian author Sofiene Rajab delivers a vivid homage to bibliophilia, memory, and urban history. Set in the heart of Tunis along the iconic Dabbaghin Street—famous for its secondhand bookstores and antique paper markets—the story centers on a mysterious woman known as the "street's reader." As she searches for rare manuscripts and forgotten texts, her path crosses with booksellers, collectors, and struggling writers, unraveling hidden secrets that bridge the past with the present. Through rich descriptions, poetic prose, and compelling mysteries, Rajab celebrates the magical connection between readers and books, illustrating how literature serves as a sanctuary and a keeper of human memory.

Because it is a heartwarming tribute to books, literary mystery, and secondhand bookstores, wrapped in rich cultural atmosphere and engaging narrative.

For book lovers, bibliophiles, fans of modern Arabic literature, and readers who enjoy stories centered on libraries, literary mystery, and cultural heritage.