Naguib Mahfouz's Egypt: existential themes in his writings

Abstract

Introduction Flight From Freedom Flight From Confrontation The Niggar Situation of Egyptian Women Joy in Life and Love of This World Degradation of True Faith Flight from Political Realities Coping with the Absurdity of Existence Mahfouz's Spiritual Contribution Appendix: Mahfouz's Life, His Works, and the Critical Reaction Selected Bibliography Index