Vintage Arabic Book – "الإلياذة: الجزء الثالث والأخير" (The Iliad: The Final Part)
By Helmy Mourad – Kitabi Series, 1955
This vintage Kitabi publication by Helmy Mourad presents the third and final part of Homer’s epic masterpiece, "The Iliad," in Arabic translation by أمين سلامة (Amen Salama). It brings the legendary story of the Trojan War, with its themes of heroism, fate, and tragedy, to Arabic readers.
**Details & Features:**
- **Title:** الإلياذة: الجزء الثالث والأخير (The Iliad: The Final Part)
- **Author:** Homer (هوميروس)
- **Translator:** أمين سلامة (Amen Salama)
- **Series:** Kitabi (كتابي)
- **Edition:** Thirty-seventh book
- **Publication Year:** 1955
- **Language:** Arabic
- **Format:** Soft-cover pocket-sized book
- **Published in:** Egypt
- **Editor-in-Chief and Owner:** Helmy Mourad (حلمي مراد)
- **Publication Frequency:** Monthly, issued at the beginning of each month
- **Motto:** "مصباح الفكر للإغريق" (The Lamp of Thought for the Greeks)
- **Condition:** Good to very good
**Themes & Importance:**
The Iliad is one of the most influential works in world literature, exploring honor, revenge, war, and destiny. This Arabic translation makes Homer’s narrative accessible, presenting the climactic tales of Achilles, Hector, and the fall of Troy. The Kitabi series by Helmy Mourad introduced Arabic readers to global literary classics, fostering cultural exchange and literary appreciation.
**Collectibility & Condition:**
This thirty-seventh edition is a valuable find for collectors of Arabic translations of classic literature. Its illustrated soft cover and accessible format reflect the reading culture of the time and enhance its vintage appeal.
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