Vintage Arabic Book – كتابي: فاتنة القسطنطينية أو الخطاب الممزق – حلمي مراد – سبتمبر 1956

Title: كتابي: فاتنة القسطنطينية أو الخطاب الممزق (Kitabi: The Charming of Constantinople or The Torn Letter)
Series: كتابي (Kitabi) – Monthly book summarizing international literature
Edition: The fifty-fourth book
Year of Series: Fifth year
Publication Date: September 1956
Owner and Editor-in-Chief: حلمي مراد (Helmy Mourad)
Cover Art: "Charming of Constantinople or The Torn Letter" by Jean-Étienne Liotard
Format: Soft-cover pocket book
Language: Arabic
Printed in: Egypt
Motto: مصباح الفكر للإغريق (The Lamp of Thought for the Greeks)
Condition: Very good

Overview & Significance:
This vintage Arabic book from the Kitabi series by Helmy Mourad is a rare piece that bridges global literature with Egyptian readers. The narrative touches on stories of love and intrigue set in Constantinople, a city symbolic of cross-cultural exchange. Mourad’s careful curation of international novels makes this edition an essential part of his series, introducing Egyptian readers to global perspectives. The cover illustration by Jean-Étienne Liotard adds an artistic dimension, reflecting the intersection of literature and art.

Collectibility & Appeal:
This edition appeals to:

• Collectors of rare Arabic books
• Art lovers drawn to Jean-Étienne Liotard’s cover painting
• Literature enthusiasts interested in Helmy Mourad’s work
• Historians examining Egyptian literary publications of the 1950s

Its vintage charm and artistic significance make it a valuable collector’s item, offering a unique blend of art, literature, and culture.

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