Publisher | Dar Al Shorouk |
Author | Naguib Mahfouz |
Book Format | Paperback |
Book Description | The novel "Before the Throne: A Dialogue Between Rulers" by the writer Naguib Mahfouz is a historical novel that deals with an imaginary dialogue between the rulers of Egypt throughout the ages. The novel begins with King Menes, the unifier of the two lands, and ends with the late President Anwar Sadat. In this dialogue, the rulers are summoned before a divine court consisting of the gods Isis, Osiris, and Horus, where their deeds and achievements are evaluated. Through this symbolic dialogue, Naguib Mahfouz presents a panoramic view of the history of Egypt, highlighting the positive and negative aspects of each ruler's rule. The novel reflects the trend of Egyptian nationalism and reviews the history of rule in Egypt in a subtle and entertaining way |
Publication Date | 2019 |
Number of Pages | 146 |
Dialogue between the rulers by Naguib Mahfouz