Mario and Abu L-Abbas Elliott Colla where his mother disappeared without

where his mother disappeared without a trace

The author’s commentary puts each piece into the context of its time and brings to life the story of the town

can only be reached by crossing a terrible sea”

this collection evokes alienation whilst longing for tenderness

and speaks boldly of the body

Mario and Abu L-Abbas Elliott Colla where his mother disappeared withoutA visionary novel of spiritual friendship across centuries. In Mario and Abu L Abbas, acclaimed Egyptian author Reem Bassiouney reimagines the extraordinary connection between a 20th century Italian architect and a 13th century Andalusian Sufi saint. As stories unfold from war torn Alexandria to medieval Tunisia, the novel explores exile, memory, and the mysteries of divine love. Translated by Roger Allen, this sweeping tale bridges East and West,