When a recluse in old age, the great Egyptian writer started to walk around Cairo in his dreams. In this fascinating book, those dreams are layered with reflections on Egypt and the world. Beautifully translated by Hisham Matar, with photos by Diana Matar.
I Found Myself… The Last Dreams
£12.99
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