La taverna del gatto nero

The cat feels like a symbol with layered meanings—I'm curious what Mahfouz was aiming to convey through this creature's perspective.

The story dives deep into questions about morality and human nature, which made me reflect long after finishing. How did others interpret these themes?

The city’s atmosphere seems intertwined with the narrative’s mood, but I wonder if Mahfouz had specific aspects of Cairo in mind when writing this.