Palace Walk

Palace Walk

Naguib Mahfouz

Overview

Palace Walk is the inaugural novel in Naguib Mahfouz’s acclaimed Cairo Trilogy. This epic family saga unfolds in colonial Egypt and is widely regarded as his masterwork. The narrative follows three generations of the family led by the patriarch al-Sayyid Ahmad Abd al-Jawad, a man who governs his household with strictness while leading a private life of indulgence. The story introduces his wife Amina, their daughters Aisha and Khadija, and their sons Fahmy, Yasin, and Kamal. The family’s experiences reflect the societal shifts in Egypt during the interwar period.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in family sagas.
• Those exploring Egyptian history and culture.
• Fans of Nobel Prize-winning literature.

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 544
• Binding: Paperback
• Publisher: Random House
• Year: 2011
• ISBN: 9780307947109
• Translator: William Maynard Hutchins and Olive E. Kenny