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“Winning Nobel imposed on me a lifestyle to which I am not used and which I would not have preferred.”

Quote by Naguib Mahfouz

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Naguib Mahfouz was an Egyptian film writer known for his profound insights into Egyptian society and culture. His works extensively covered historical, religious, and contemporary social issues, profoundly influencing Egyptian cinema. more

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