"The tumultuous alley of this rich classic is inhabited by a delightful Egyptian family, but is also the setting for a second, hidden, and more...

"The tumultuous alley of this rich classic is inhabited by a delightful Egyptian family, but is also the setting for a second, hidden, and more daring story: the spiritual history of mankind. The men and women of a modern Cairo neighborhood unwittingly reenact the lives of their holy ancestors: from the feudal lord who disowns one son for diabolical pride and puts another to the est, to the savior of a succeeding generation who frees his people from bondage. This new edition with redesigned cover is part of a special project to embrace, celebrate, and honor the literary legacy of Nobel laureate Naguib Mahfouz." --