Tangier: A Literary Guide captures the unconventional, multilayered story of literary Tangier and is a must-have for travellers, armchair adventurers and literature buffs, particularly aficionados of the Beat generation writers and the poets who made the city their home.
Set against the backdrop of Casablanca from 1942 to 1956, the narrative weaves together the lives of diverse characters, each reflecting the city's tumultuous history during World War II and the end of French colonial rule. Among them are an American Navy pilot, a Moroccan prostitute, and a young female pilot symbolizing freedom. Their intertwined stories highlight themes of colonialism, terrorism, and personal liberation, echoing the ongoing conflict between the West and the Arab world, while revealing the human impact of historical events.
Set against the backdrop of Casablanca from 1942 to 1956, this series weaves the stories of diverse characters, both real and fictional, navigating a tumultuous period marked by war and colonialism. Key figures include an American pilot involved in covert operations, a Moroccan prostitute in a French-run brothel, and a young female pilot symbolizing freedom. Their interconnected narratives explore themes of violence, identity, and the enduring impact of colonialism, reflecting the complex dynamics between the West and the Arab world.