This classic work of Arabic literature recounts the difficulties faced by a young man sent to England to study medicine, who then returns to Egypt to pit his new ideals against tradition.
This classic work of Arabic literature recounts the difficulties faced by a young man sent to England to study medicine, who then returns to Egypt to pit his new ideals against tradition.
General Note
Translation of : Qindīl Umm Hāshim.
Content Note
Story in the form of a petition -- Mother of the destitute -- A story from prison -- The lamp of Umm Hashim.