The Use of History in the Modern Arabic Novel: Aesthetic, Social and Political Dimensions

About this book

Dr. Naji Gomaa investigates the integration of temporal records within fictional storytelling in the book The Use of History in the Modern Arabic Novel: Aesthetic, Social and Political Dimensions, published by Scribe Publishing and Distribution. The publication analyzes how authors adapt archival material and past events to build their plots. Geographical settings spanning from Baghdad to Granada serve as backdrops for studying the intersections between documentary facts and literary invention. The text inspects the conceptual foundations governing authors when summoning bygone figures. Through close examination of selected texts, the research illuminates the functions of historical references in contemporary literature and their impact on shaping ideological and artistic perspectives.