Biography · Egyptian writer (1901_2006)

Naguib Mahfouz

1911 · 2006

Years lived
94
Photos
50
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Born

December 11, 1911

Al-Jamāliyah, Egypt

Died

August 30, 2006

Agouza, Egypt

Known for

Egyptian writer (1901_2006)

Naguib Mahfouz (1911–2006) was Egypt best known for Egyptian writer (1901_2006).

Naguib Mahfouz Abdelaziz Ibrahim Ahmed Al-Basha (December 11, 1911 – August 30, 2006) was an Egyptian writer and Nobel laureate. He chronicled the soul of Cairo through novels like The Cairo Trilogy, exploring themes of existentialism and social change. Mahfouz uniquely brought Egyptian experiences to a global literary stage.

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  • When did Naguib Mahfouz die?

    Naguib Mahfouz died on August 30, 2006 in Agouza, Egypt, at the age of 94.

  • Where was Naguib Mahfouz born?

    Naguib Mahfouz was born in Al-Jamāliyah, Egypt on December 11, 1911.

  • What is Naguib Mahfouz best known for?

    Naguib Mahfouz is best known for Egyptian writer (1901_2006).

  • How old was Naguib Mahfouz when they died?

    Naguib Mahfouz was 94 years old at the time of death.

  • What nationality was Naguib Mahfouz?

    Naguib Mahfouz was from Egypt.

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