El mendigo

The portrayal of Dilenci is so vivid and empathetic—I'm curious whether Mahfouz drew from real-life experiences or societal observations.

His acceptance of hardship made me wonder if the story is a critique of societal indifference or a reflection of personal resilience.

The way Mahfouz layered the story seemed deliberate—did the structure aim to mirror the complexity of human dignity amidst suffering?