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Whom Shall I Blame, Father? (Arabic: من ألوم يا أبي؟) is a socio-political novel by Algerian writer Abdallah Madjidi, first published in 2021 by Wamda Publishing in Algeria. A revised edition appeared in 2024 in Amman, Jordan, by the Arab Center for Literature. The novel tackles themes such as oppression, inherited ignorance, authoritarianism, and both religious and social dogmatism. Its central narrative is a symbolic, introspective dialogue between a son and his father.
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| Author | Abdallah Madjidi |
|---|---|
| Original title | من ألوم يا أبي؟ |
| Language | Arabic |
| Genre | Political fiction, Philosophical novel |
| Publisher | Wamda Publishing (Algeria); Arab Center for Literature (Jordan) |
Publication date | 2021 (Algeria), 2024 (Jordan) |
| Publication place | Algeria |
| Media type | |
Publication
[edit][1][2]The book was initially released in 2021 in Algeria by Wamda Publishing. In 2024, it was republished by the Arab Center for Literature in Jordan, expanding its reach to readers across the Arab world.
Synopsis and Themes
[edit]The narrative is framed as an internal monologue addressed to a father figure, symbolizing tradition and authority. The narrator, representing a younger generation, reflects on societal decline and the silence of the elders. The novel explores:
- The burden of complicity and silence
- Tensions between generations
- Questioning inherited beliefs
- The psychological struggle for liberation and self-awareness
Style
[edit]Madjidi's style is reflective and philosophical, utilizing rhetorical questioning and symbolic imagery. The narrative forgoes conventional plot structures in favor of existential depth and inner dialogue. It merges lyrical expression with analytical prose.
Reception
[edit]Whom Shall I Blame, Father? was well received by critics and was shortlisted for the Arab World Prize in Paris in 2021. The novel attracted attention for its emotional honesty and socio-political critique, resonating with readers in post-Arab Spring contexts. [3]
Selected Quote
[edit]And their eyes are no longer looking only for autumn, as if in life one chapter
See also
[edit]- [4]Abdallah Madjidi
- On the Footsteps of the Forefathers (novel)
- Algerian literature
- Political fiction
References
[edit]- ^ "المساء - الإعلان عن القائمة القصيرة لجائزة العالم العربي للرواية" https://www.el-massa.com/dz/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AB%D9%82%D8%A7%D9%81%D8%A9/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A5%D8%B9%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%86-%D8%B9%D9%86-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%82%D8%A7%D8%A6%D9%85%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%82%D8%B5%D9%8A%D8%B1%D8%A9-%D9%84%D8%AC%D8%A7%D8%A6%D8%B2%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B9%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B9%D8%B1%D8%A8%D9%8A-%D9%84%D9%84%D8%B1%D9%88%D8%A7%D9%8A%D8%A9
- ^ صحيفة المساء, https://www.el-massa.com/dz/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AB%D9%82%D8%A7%D9%81%D8%A9/%D8%B5%D8%AF (2025-05-27). "https://www.el-massa.com/dz/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AB%D9%82%D8%A7%D9%81%D8%A9/%D8%B5%D8%AF%D9%88%D8%B1-%D8%B1%D9%88%D8%A7%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B3%D9%8A%D8%B1-%D8%B9%D9%84%D9%89-%D8%AE%D8%B7%D9%89-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D9%88%D9%84%D9%8A%D9%86". لطيفة درايب. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
{{cite web}}: External link in|first=and|title= - ^ داريب, لطيفة (October 15, 2023). "المساء - صدور رواية "السير على خطى الأولين"". المساء.
- ^ https://omannews.gov.om/topics/ar/6/show/332744
- Meet Abdallah Majidi – A Young Algerian Novelist, Sindh Courier, 2023.
- Official catalog of the Arab Center for Literature, 2024.
- Publication records from Wamda Publishing, 2021.
Category:Algerian novels Category:2021 novels Category:Political novels Category:Arabic-language novels
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