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Vintage Arabic Book – كتابي: أتلانتا – حلمي مراد – إبريل 1955

**Title:** كتابي: أتلانتا (Kitabi: Atlanta)  

**Series:** كتابي (Kitabi) – Monthly literary digest  

**Edition:** Thirty-seventh book  

**Series Year:** Fourth year  

**Publication Date:** April 1955  

**Author & Editor-in-Chief:** حلمي مراد (Helmy Mourad)  

**Language:** Arabic  

**Cover Art:** "Atlanta" by English painter Lord Leighton  

**Format:** Illustrated softcover pocket book  

**Printed in:** Egypt  

**Motto:** "مصباح الفكر للإغريق" (The Lamp of Thought for the Greeks)  

**Condition:** Very good

Description:

This vintage Arabic book is part of the renowned Kitabi series by Helmy Mourad, designed to introduce Arabic readers to summaries of global literature and cross-cultural themes. The cover features "Atlanta," a classical painting by Lord Leighton, reflecting the artistic and intellectual spirit of the era.

As a monthly literary digest, Kitabi brought international books and ideas to Arabic-speaking readers. Each edition was published under the direct supervision of Helmy Mourad, who served as both editor-in-chief and owner, with the goal of expanding access to world thought and literature.

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Details & Features:

- **Title:** أتلانتا (Atlanta)

- **Cover Art:** "Atlanta" by Lord Leighton

- **Content:** Summaries of global literary works and cultural insights

- **Editor-in-Chief:** حلمي مراد (Helmy Mourad)

- **Edition:** 37th book in the series

- **Publication Date:** April 1955

- **Language:** Arabic

- **Format:** Illustrated, softcover, pocket-sized

- **Printed in:** Egypt

- **Condition:** Very good (see pictures for details)

- **Motto:** "مصباح الفكر للإغريق" (The Lamp of Thought for the Greeks)

Cultural Significance & Themes:

This edition captures Helmy Mourad's mission to connect global literary works with Arabic readers. It features international summaries and interpretations, complemented by Lord Leighton’s artistic depiction of classical themes. The title "Atlanta" likely references mythological heroism, struggle, and beauty, aligning with Kitabi's tradition of merging art with literary ideas.

Collectibility & Appeal:

This well-preserved vintage piece is ideal for collectors, art lovers, and literary enthusiasts. It exemplifies cultural exchange between East and West in the mid-20th century, offering a unique reading experience and a window into global literary thought and classical art.

Please see the pictures, as they form part of the description.