1967 Aby Fawzi's "Arabian Nights" (1965) This is the first part of a two-part story about Fawzi's life. The second part will be published in the next issue. Fawzi was born in 1920 to a poor family in Cairo, Egypt. He grew up in a small village near Alexandria and worked as a farmhand before moving to the city to seek his fortune. In 1945, Fawzi joined the Egyptian army and served in the Suez Canal Zone during the British occupation. He was wounded in action and received the Medal of Valor for his bravery. After leaving the army, Fawzi worked as a journalist and wrote several articles on political issues in Egypt. His writing style was known for its sharp wit and satirical tone. In 1952, Fawzi became involved in the Egyptian revolution that overthrew King Farouk and established a republic. He supported Gamal Abdel Nasser's leadership and became a close advisor to the new president. During this time, Fawzi also began writing books and plays. His most famous work is "The Revolution of '52," which chronicles the events leading up to the overthrow of the monarchy. Fawzi continued to write and publish until his death in 1974. He is remembered as one of Egypt's greatest writers and thinkers, whose works continue to inspire generations of readers today.