Bull Leather - Mai Jalili

Section : Arabic novels

Number of pages: 317 pages

Publisher: Dar Jaffa

The novel revolves around Shaheen Al-Khayal, this man who used his voice to manipulate people's destinies. Shaheen's character was a logical result of the conditions of poverty and corruption that prevailed in his society. The novel deals with many details and economic, political and social conditions. The writer also dealt with other secondary characters, all of which simulate society and the problems that prevailed in the slums of Damascus at that period, in an interesting manner, and in a fun and strong way of narration, indicating the writer's creative and distinguished ability in narrating events.