Il ladro e i cani

His descent into paranoia and revenge made me wonder if pursuing justice can sometimes lead to self-destruction. Did anyone else feel conflicted about his choices?

The social and political backdrop adds so much depth—I'm curious whether Mahfouz drew from personal experience or broader historical events to craft this setting.

The way the main character isolates himself felt so visceral. I'm interested in whether readers think this reflects a universal human experience or specific to his circumstances.