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“أحتاج إلى شريكة أسكن إليها واثقا من تعاطفها معي، أصدقها عندما ترى أني أخطأت، تزيدني قوة عندما تقول إني على حق ، شريكة أحبها و تحبني بدورها، لكني لا أرى فيما حولي سكنا و لا حبا، إنه نوع من تبادل المصالح بترخيص من الدين والمجتمع، و هذا ما لا أرضاه لنفسي”

Quote by Ahdaf Soueif

Work

The Map of Love

A story that intertwines personal and historical narratives, focusing on the complexities of romantic relationships and the passage of time. more

Author

Ahdaf Soueif
Ahdaf Soueif

Ahdaf Soueif, born on March 23, 1950, is an esteemed Egyptian novelist. Her works are known for their profound insight and rich imagination, exploring cultural, historical, and social issues in the Middle East. more

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