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Narrative structure in the Maqama of Ibn Sharaf al-Qayrawani
Mohammad Ghafourifar, Israa Abdulhasan Abdulkareem Al-Mimar, Malek Salemi,
Volume 4, Issue 3 (10-2022)
Abstract
Ibn Sharaf al-Qayrawani is considered as one of the most famous writers on the subject of writing maqama, in which he draws inspiration from literary techniques such as allusions, proverbs, grammatical and jurisprudential riddles, and others. This research, using a descriptive-analytical method, tries to analyze her artistic and creative features in writing maqama by examining the narrative structure in Ibn Sharaf al-Qirwani’s authorities and narrative factors. The study finds that considering narrative elements, Ibn Sharaf al-Qairwani has a special skill in presenting fictional characters both directly and indirectly. Also, the structure of time is consistent with the artistic rhythm of maqamah. In addition, he excels in structuring the plot by presenting events in a somewhat coherent form.

The narrative structure in Yahya Al-Sinwar’s Thistles and Cloves
Monireh Zibaei, Ibrahim Ali Naithal Al-Gharabi,
Volume 6, Issue 2 (4-2025)
Abstract
As fiction revolves around characters, events, and settings, it seems that narratology can arguably provide a critical perspective to examine its different layers. The analysis of a literary text’s narrative structure potentially yields new dimensions to literary studies. Thistles and Cloves is a particular case in point, which has attracted considerable readership in recent years. The novel bitterly narrates the suffering and oppression inflicted on Palestinians. This study has appointed this novel as its case study in that it provides a historical rendition of Palestine. Also, the novel is equipped with idiosyncratic narrative components that should be decoded. Hence, the researchers draw on a narrative approach to address the novelist’s utilization of narrative components to display the tragic reality of Palestine. This study finds that the novelist has effectively employed particular narrative elements and factors to create an entertaining aura to highlight the significance of characters as the most essential narrative item. The author portrays parts of the history of the resistance and struggle of Palestinians against oppression and their struggle to liberate their country to show his devotion to his homeland.

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