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Pyramid Texts: A Modern Arabic Novel,Used
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With its Sufistic parables of the human condition, rendered in a style redolent of both the austere meditations of Borges and the dark engorged ruminations of Arthur C. Clark, Pyramid Texts engages the mind and beguiles the imagination. In a series of chapters each shorter than the lastso that, like their subjects, they taper ultimately into nothingnessthe author evokes the obsessions that have drawn men over the centuries to the brooding presence of mankinds most ancient and mysterious monuments. Among others in a procession of exotic characters, a Moroccan seeker after knowledge spends years contemplating the pyramids in the hope that one day he will understand the mysterious writing that fitfully appears on their sides. Another waits patiently for the moment when the shadow of one will diverge from its accustomed path and bestow immortality, and the Sphinx performs a celestial dance. Pyramid Texts leads us into a world of endless passages and mysterious sighing winds, a world whose claustrophobic and shadowy spaces may be illuminated by flashes of ecstasy leading to scintillating transfigurations and dizzying annihilations.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Pyramid Texts: A Modern Arabic Novel'? A: 'Pyramid Texts' explores the human condition through Sufistic parables, delving into themes of obsession and the mysteries surrounding ancient monuments.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Gamal al-Ghitani, a prominent figure in contemporary Arabic literature.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This book is categorized as a used book in good condition, indicating that it has been previously owned but is still in a satisfactory state.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Pyramid Texts' contains 144 pages, providing a concise yet profound reading experience.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Pyramid Texts'? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which is durable and suitable for long-term use.
- Q: When was 'Pyramid Texts' published? A: 'Pyramid Texts' was published on April 1, 2007.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: Yes, this listing is for the first edition of 'Pyramid Texts'.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: 'Pyramid Texts' is categorized under Metaphysical & Visionary literature.
- Q: What type of readers would enjoy this book? A: Readers interested in philosophical themes, Sufism, and the interplay of human emotions with history and mysticism will find this book engaging.
- Q: Are there any notable features of this book? A: The book's notable feature is its use of Sufistic parables, which reflect deep philosophical insights and a unique narrative style.