Naguib Mahfouz
Naguib Mahfouz (1911-2006) was an esteemed Egyptian novelist and the first Arab to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1988. His literary works, including the acclaimed 'Cairo Trilogy,' explore themes of social change, identity, and the complexities of Egyptian life. Mahfouz's storytelling, characterized by its rich character development and intricate plots, has made him a cornerstone of modern Arabic literature. He was profoundly influenced by his education and mentorship under figures like Sheikh Mustafa Abdul Razek, which shaped his appreciation for the Arabic language and narrative style.
Born on Dec 11, 1911 (114 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egypt | 3 | 9.00 | 0.27% | +0% | 102,334,404 | 277,079 | $303,000 | 820$ |
| Iraq | 2 | 9.00 | 0.33% | +0% | 40,222,493 | 132,748 | $170,000 | 561$ |
| United Arab Emirates | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 9,890,400 | 8,991 | $430,000 | 391$ |
| Totals | 6 | 152,447,297 | 418,818 | $903,000 | 1,772$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Iraq:
Naguib Mahfouz is celebrated as the master of Arabic narrative, even 20 years after his passing.
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Egypt:
The fair honors the global writer Naguib Mahfouz as the personality of the exhibition.
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Egypt:
The fair honors the global writer Naguib Mahfouz as its personality of the exhibition.
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Iraq:
Naguib Mahfouz is celebrated as the father of Arabic novel and has significantly contributed to the discourse of knowledge in contemporary history.
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United Arab Emirates:
Naguib Mahfouz was named the main character of this edition of the fair in recognition of his influential contributions to Arab cultural scene.
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Egypt:
Naguib Mahfouz is featured on the poster of the 57th Cairo International Book Fair as the personality of the exhibition this year.
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Egypt:
The prize Sherif Said won is named after the renowned writer Naguib Mahfouz.
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Egypt:
Naguib Mahfouz is celebrated as the only Arab writer to have won the Nobel Prize in Literature.
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Egypt:
Naguib Mahfouz was a renowned Egyptian writer who survived an assassination attempt in 1994.
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Saudi Arabia:
Naguib Mahfouz faced significant criticism and censorship but became the first Arab writer to win the Nobel Prize in Literature.
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