The opium

This novel was published in 1964, and in it, Dr. Mustafa Mahmoud addresses many social and religious issues. Its events revolve around the family of Sheikh Abdul Maqsood Al-Hadi Al-Mahdi, centered on Mohamed Effendi, the Sheikh's son, who faces an internal struggle between his desire to achieve success and the restrictions imposed by his family with their deep-rooted religious traditions. It highlights the apparent contradiction between the mind and religion, and how critical thinking conflicts with adherence to religious traditions. It also emphasizes the influence of family and society's authority on an individual's ideas and behaviors, and how it limits their freedom in thinking and choices. Author: Dr. Mustafa Mahmoud Published by: Diwan for Publishing