Fatma Moussa

Fatma Moussa was a distinguished professor of English literature at Cairo University and an accomplished translator, best known for her translations of works by renowned authors like Shakespeare and Naguib Mahfouz, the Nobel Prize-winning Egyptian novelist. She played a pivotal role in shaping the literary landscape in Egypt and was instrumental in the education of her children, fostering their love for literature and social activism. Her legacy continues through her family, particularly her daughter Laila Soueif, who has become a prominent voice for human rights in Egypt.