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Yawm Mashhud
A compelling historical novel by Ayman Otoom, documenting overlooked chapters of heroic struggle in Jordan and Palestine, embodying themes of resilience, sacrifice, and loyalty to the land.
About this book
"Yawm Mashhood" (A Witnessed Day) by Dr. Ayman Otoom uncovers the shared historical memory of Jordan and Palestine, delivering a grand epic that seamlessly blends factual history with rich literary imagination. The novel centers around extended tales of struggle, self-sacrifice, and popular cohesion against occupation and tyranny over the decades. Through his signature passionate and moving prose, Otoom resurrects details of real battles and overlooked martyrs who wrote history with their blood. The book goes beyond merely recounting past events; it is a revival of dignity and the deep emotional bond between the two banks of the river, delivered in a captivating, powerful narrative.
Why read it?
To rediscover forgotten real-life heroisms in contemporary Arab history and enjoy a dramatic historical epic that balances precise documentation with intense human and patriotic emotions.
Who is it for?
For fans of historical and documentary fiction, readers interested in the history of Arab resistance, and anyone captivated by Ayman Otoom's signature epic storytelling and exquisite prose.
Book details
Language
ar
ISBN-13
9786057173065
ISBN-10
6057173066
Page count
367