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219 pages • first pub 2004 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9789774161445
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: American University in Cairo Press
Publication date: Not specified
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Nine short stories and a novella make up this latest offering by Alaa Al Aswany, author of The Yacoubian Building. As in that novel, Al Aswany dissects modern Egyptian society and reveals with skill and detachment the hypocrisy, violence, and abus...
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219 pages • first pub 2004 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9789774161445
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: American University in Cairo Press
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Nine short stories and a novella make up this latest offering by Alaa Al Aswany, author of The Yacoubian Building. As in that novel, Al Aswany dissects modern Egyptian society and reveals with skill and detachment the hypocrisy, violence, and abus...
Community Reviews Summary of 24 reviews
Moods
mysterious 100%
sad 100%
dark 50%
emotional 50%
informative 50%
reflective 50%
tense 50%
Pace
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 100%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%Average rating
Content Warnings
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If you're the author of this book and want to add author-approved content warnings, please email us at [email protected] to request the content warning form.