Sherif Meleka
Suleiman's Ring
Suleiman's Ring
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In Suleimans Ring, an Egyptian oud player finds good fortune through an enchanted ring, blending magical realism with political history. The story explores themes of friendship, identity, and the fate of a nation, set against the backdrop of the 1952 Free Officers revolution in Egypt. When the revolution succeeds, Daoud grows estranged from his best friend, Sheikh Hassanein, who joins the Muslim Brotherhood. Daoud becomes entangled in a web of sexual intrigue and betrayal, threatening his precarious existence. The novel sheds light on events that still haunt Egypt today.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 308 pages
Publication date: 14 March 2023
Publisher: American University in Cairo Press
In a captivating novel that seamlessly blends elements of magical realism with political history, an enchanted ring bestows good fortune upon an Egyptian oud player. The story unfolds in Alexandria, Egypt, on the eve of the 1952 Free Officers revolution. Daoud, a struggling musician, is called upon by Lt. Col. Gamal Abdel Nasser, who seeks his assistance in mobilizing for the revolution. Daoud lends Nasser an enchanted silver ring, believing that its powers can bring good luck.
The revolution succeeds, but Daoud's relationship with his best friend Sheikh Hassanein begins to strain. Hassanein joins the Muslim Brotherhood, causing a rift between them. When Hassanein is arrested, Daoud is drawn into a web of sexual intrigue and betrayal that threatens to upend his already precarious existence.
The novel takes place against the backdrop of the simmering political tensions of mid-twentieth-century Egypt and the Arab-Israeli wars. Sherif Meleka's story of fate and fortune transports readers to another time and place, while also shedding light on events that continue to haunt the country today.
Through the characters of Daoud and Hassanein, the novel explores themes of friendship, identity, and the consequences of political upheaval. It raises questions about the power of individuals and the role of fate in shaping the course of history. The enchanting ring serves as a symbol of both good fortune and the unpredictable forces that can alter the course of lives and nations.
Suleiman's Ring is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the history of Egypt and the Middle East. It is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the intersection of magic, politics, and human destiny.
Weight: 370g
Dimension: 202 x 134 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781649032041
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