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Saïd the Fisherman

Marmaduke Pickthall

  • Novel
  • Book language: English
  • 286 pages

Saïd the Fisherman is a novel by Marmaduke Pickthall set in a coastal Arab community. It follows Saïd, a poor fisherman, and his family as they live day to day by the sea, touching on faith, poverty, and simple joys. Its vivid sense of place makes it a rewarding listen.

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Opening of the book

Part I

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“There were some of them who made a covenant with God: Verily, if He gives us of His abundance, we will give alms and become righteous people.”

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Contents

  1. Part I: The Book of His Luck
  2. Part II: The Book of His Fate
  3. Time Table to Part I
  4. Time Table to Part II
  5. Glossary of Arab Expressions and Names of Places
  6. Endnotes

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