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Festeinband. Zustand: Wie neu. viii, 151 Seiten ; 24 cm. Narratives in Modern Arabic Literature: Explorations in Place, Gender, and ??f? Motifs offers a significant contribution to modern Arabic literary studies. By analyzing the roles of place, gender, and ??f? motifs, the book provides a nuanced examination of key thematic elements in the field. Through detailed exploration of works by Nagib Mahfouz, Ibrahim Al-K?n?, 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. -- Contents: Chapter One. Introduction -- 1. Interwoven Narratives: Unveiling Modern Arabic Literature, Criticism, and Academic Imperatives -- 2. Transformative Threads: Modern Arabic Literature and Criticism Unveiled -- 3. Narratives in Modern Arabic Literature: A Key Contribution to Contemporary Arabic Criticism -- 4. Setting the Stage: Exploring Narratives in Modern Arabic Literature -- Overview of the Themes: Place, Gender, and Sufi Motifs -- The Dynamic Role of Place in Literature: From Framework to Catalyst -- Gender Dynamics: Narratives of Masculinity in Arabic Literature and Explorations of Identity in Western Contexts -- Navigating the Spiritual and Symbolic Landscape of Modern Arabic Literature -- 5. Structure of the Book -- Cited Works -- Chapter Two. The Multifaceted Manifestation of Place in Modern Arabic Literature -- Part One: The Enigmatic Realms in Nagib Mahfouz's The Nights of One Thousand Nights -- Part Two: Unveiling the Web of Place in Ibrahim Al-Koni's From The Desert's Myths -- The Enigmatic Realms in Nagib Mahfouz's The Nights of One Thousand Nights -- 1. Introduction: Unraveling the Significance of Place in Narrative Texts -- 2. The Tangible Landscape -- 3. The Mysterious Realm: Superstitious Places in Mahfouz's Novel -- 4. Mobile Realms: Water's Dynamic Landscape in the Novel -- 5. The Dream Place -- 6. Conclusion -- Cited Works -- Unveiling the Tapestry of Place in Ibrahim Al-Koni's From The Desert's Myths -- 1. Setting: The Intricate Tapestry of the Desert Landscape -- 2. The Function of Place in the Novel -- 3. The Implication of Geographical Sceneries -- 4. Unveiling the Locale: Linguistic Craftsmanship -- 5. Conclusion: Place as Dynamic Narrative Force in Al-Koni's Novel and Beyond -- Cited Works -- Chapter Three. Gender Dynamics in Arabic Fiction: Portraying Masculinity in Nawal Al-Saadawi's Universe -- 1. Introduction: Exploring Nawal Al-Saadawi's Literary Canvas -- 2. Patriarchal Dominance: Representations of Authority in Specific Texts -- 3. Hostile Portrayals: Al-Saadawi's Depiction of Men and Women in Conflict -- 4. Literary Devices: The Artistic Tool of Irony -- 4.1. The Device of Paradox and Dualities in Figures -- 5. Al-Saadawi's Literary Tapestry: A Complex Interplay of Ideology, Irony, and Conflict -- Cited Works -- Chapter Four. Embodied Spirituality: Exploring Sufi Motifs in Modern Arabic Fiction -- Part One: Sacred Threads: Female Sufi Archetypes in Contemporary Arabic Literature -- Part Two: Unveiling Sufi Motifs in The Fetishists by Ibrahim Al-Koni -- Part One: Sacred Threads: Female Sufi Archetypes in Contemporary Arabic Literature -- 1. Introduction -- 2. Exploring Sufi Motifs in Salih's Mawsim al-Hijrah ila al-Shamal -- 3. Divine Threads: Unraveling Sufi Motifs in Elif Shafak's The Forty Rules of Love -- 4. Ephemeral Eternity: Sufi Motifs in Hasan Alwan's A Little Death -- 5. Women in Sufi Motifs: A Concluding Exploration in Modern Arabic Fiction -- Cited Works -- Unveiling Sufi Motifs in The Fetishists by Ibrahim Al-Koni -- 1. Introduction: Sufi Tapestry in Ibrahim al-Koni's Literary Landscape -- 2. The Setting: The Spiritual Sands and Sufi Connotations -- 3. Characters: Ghosts in an Imagined Reality -- 4. The Plot Unveiled: Journeys of Ascension an.

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Narratives in Modern Arabic Literature: Explorations in Place, Gender, and Sufi Motifs offers a significant contribution to modern Arabic literary studies. By analyzing the roles of place, gender, and Sufi motifs, the book provides a nuanced examination of key thematic elements in the field. Through detailed exploration of works by Nagib Mahfouz, Ibrahim Al-K ni, 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.