The Representation of Hero in Iraqi Novel: The Case of The Coming Man

Author
Ali Katea
Professor, Department of Arabic Language and Literature, University of Kufa, Iraq
10.52547/san.2.2.68
Abstract
This study examins different layers of character presentation in The Coming Man by Abdul Hadi Al-Fartousi, with a particular focus on the heroic features of the protagonist. The analysis of the hero is important for the following reasons:

1- The title of the novel and its implications that are identifiable for readers, especially the Iraq ones. In other words, it can be said that the novel imposed. In fact, the title and methodology of this study is inspired by the novel.

2- The novel was written and published before the occupation, that is, at a time when censorship of publications was at its peak, though it was was published in Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates.

3- The novel has accured several prizes, which proves its significance in academia
Keywords
Hero
Novel
Next Man
Al-Fartousiartousi
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