Heart of the Night by Aida Bamia, Naguib Mahfouz

Heart of the Night

Aida Bamia, Naguib Mahfouz

101 pages first pub 1975 (editions)

fiction reflective fast-paced

Description

A classic Mahfouz story exploring themes of marriage across class lines, spirituality, and the harsh realities of a precarious life. Jaafar Ibrahim Sayyed al-Rawi, the main character in this most recently translated Mahfouz novel, is guided by his...

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Community Reviews Summary of 8 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

4.0

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