Narratives in Modern Arabic Literature

Explorations in Place, Gender, and ¿¿f¿ Motifs
1. Auflage 2024
ISBN: 978-3-0343-5006-8
Verlag: Peter Lang

Buch, Englisch, 152 Seiten, Format (B × H): 157 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 397 g

offers a significant contribution to modern Arabic literary studies. By analyzing the roles of place, gender, and ?ufi motifs, the book provides a nuanced examination of key thematic elements in the field. Through detailed exploration of works by Nagib Mahfouz, Ibrahim Al-Koni, and Nawal Al-Saadawi, it reveals the transformative power of place, challenges traditional gender norms, and unravels complex spiritual symbolism. The inclusion of experimental fiction enriches this interdisciplinary study, making it an essential resource for scholars and students of Arabic and comparative literature, cultural, and gender studies.

"This book represents a comprehensive portrayal of human life - body, soul, time, and place - from a critical perspective of narrative literature. The author, Assadi, carefully selects and interacts with texts, demonstrating a thorough understanding of this art form, drawing from heritage while looking towards the future. It serves as a platform for self-expression, thought, and critique. I hope this inspiring and distinctive journey will open the door for further exploration."

—Professor Dr. Ahmed Safaa Abdul Aziz Al-Ani, Professor of Language and Discourse Analysis, University of Anbar, Iraq - Baghdad March 5, 2024

Autoren/Hrsg.

Assadi, Jamal

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Acknowledgments – Introduction – The Multifaceted Manifestation of Place in Modern Arabic Literature – Gender Dynamics in Arabic Fiction: Portraying Masculinity in Nawal Al-Saadawi’s Universe – Embodied Spirituality: Exploring ?ufi Motifs in Modern Arabic Fiction – Diving into Narrative Layers in Son’allah Ibrahim’s Sharaf – Conclusion – Afterword Future Avenues: Trends and Developments – Bibliography.

Über Autor(innen)

Jamal Assadi, PhD, is an accomplished author, translator, and academic specializing in English literature and Arabic poetry. As an associate professor and department chair at The College of Sakhnin, he has published extensively on literature and culture, notably on Saul Bellow, F. Scott Fitzgerald and Palestinian culture. With a keen interest in translation, his works bridge cultural divides, enriching understanding between languages.