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Hamza Bogary describes a bygone way of life that has now
irreversibly disappeared. He speaks of life in Mecca before the
advent of oil. Only partly autobiographical, the memoir is
nevertheless rich in remembered detail based on Bogary's early
observations of life in Mecca. He has transformed his knowledge
into art through his sense of humor, empathy, and remarkable
understanding of human nature. This work not only entertains; it
also informs its readers about the Arabia of the first half of the
twentieth century in a graphic and fascinating way. The narrator,
young Muhaisin, deals with various aspects of Arabian culture,
including education, pilgrimages, styles of clothing, slavery,
public executions, the status of women, and religion. Muhaisin is
frank in his language and vivid in his humor. The reader quickly
comes to love the charming and mischievous boy in this universal
tale.
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