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It soon becomes apparent why this book was banned in Egypt, as Al-Qa'id uses the events surrounding the war to indict the bureaucratic corruption and social inequality rife in his country. Each character represents a different facet of Egyptian society with Masri himself, by virtue of his name (which, in Arabic, translates as "Egyptian"), standing for Everyman. Political this novel doubtless is, but it is also a masterfully crafted piece of fiction and a genuine page-turner as well. --Alix Wilber
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Book Description Paperback. Some text marks otherwise Reading Copy. NOT A FORMER LIBRARY BOOK. Seller Inventory # 16073
Book Description Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. War In The Land Of Egypt (Translated by Olive and Lorne Kenny and Christopher Tingley) (ISBN: 0863560342 / 0-86356-034-2) Al-Qa'id, Yusuf, Al Saqi Books, 1986, 192p, trade pb, covers ligghtly bumped/scuffed, CLEAN text, solid binding, nice copy---3.25. Seller Inventory # ABE-5570269873
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dustjacket. Later Edition. ISBN 0863560342. Trade Paperback. English translation of 1978 Egyptian Arabic original. Slight wear to corners and edges; slight dust soiling to edges; otherwise tight, sound and unmarked in Very Good condition. No Signature. Seller Inventory # 4207086