About the Book

Finished book mailing to professors of contemporary fiction

Critical Praise

“Egyptian author Al Aswany weaves a vivid tapestry of clashing cultures in post 9/11 Chicago. . . . The characters are beautifully realized [and] each of the story lines is individually compelling.” — Publishers Weekly

“...Al Aswany’s knack for making the personal political.” — New York magazine

“While the book explores political points, it’s ultimately a pluralist drama, complete with cliffhangers.” — Washington Post Express

“Aswany sensitively probes the nature of courage and patriotism. . . . [T]he story moves in surprising directions, and the ambiguity of life is well reflected in an unabashedly untidy conclusion. — The New Yorker

“Al Aswany writes about his Egyptian characters with charm, gentle humor, and genuine conviction.” — New York Times Book Review

Product Details

• ISBN: 9780061452581
• ISBN 10: 0061452580
• Imprint: Harper Perennial
• On Sale: 09/29/2009
• Trimsize: 5.310 in (w) x 8.000 in (h) x 0.880 in (d)
• Pages: 352
• List Price: $16.99
• BISAC1 : FICTION / General
• BISAC2 : FICTION / Friendship
• BISAC3 : FICTION / Romance / General
• BISAC4 : FICTION: World Literature / Middle East / General
• BISAC5 : FICTION / Cultural Heritage