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Beer in the Snooker Club

Waguih Ghali
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Beer in the Snooker Club

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999

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Waguih Ghali

Beer in the Snooker Club

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

222

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction

African Literature
Setting

Cairo, Egypt • 1950s-1960s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Beer in the Snooker Club by Waguih Ghali follows a young Egyptian man navigating post-revolutionary Cairo. Balancing his Western education with his Egyptian roots, he faces class struggles, political unrest, and personal dilemmas. The narrative explores identity, colonial influence, and social change, offering a poignant reflection on life during a turbulent period in Egypt's history.

Melancholic

Contemplative

Mysterious

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.0

4,116 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Beer in the Snooker Club by Waguih Ghali is praised for its vivid depiction of post-colonial Egypt and its exploration of identity and existential themes. Critics appreciate the relatable protagonist and witty narrative. However, some note a lack of plot development. Overall, it is regarded as a culturally rich and thought-provoking novel.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Beer in the Snooker Club?

A reader who enjoys Beer in the Snooker Club by Waguih Ghali is likely interested in postcolonial narratives, Egyptian culture, and existential themes. They may appreciate the humor and irony found in works like The Stranger by Albert Camus and Goodbye to Berlin by Christopher Isherwood.

4.0

4,116 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

222

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction

African Literature
Setting

Cairo, Egypt • 1950s-1960s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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