Exploring Identity, Knowledge, and Adventure in My Father, the Mapmaker
Ashraf Aboul-Yazid’s My Father, the Mapmaker is an enchanting young adult novel that transcends its intended audience, offering a multilayered narrative brimming with historical knowledge, ethical dilemmas, and a celebration of Egyptian heritage. Through the journey of Rasheed, a bright young protagonist, the novel deftly intertwines the themes of identity, family, and the transformative power…