Naguib Mahfouz Art Quotations

I've never worked in politics, never been a member of an official committee or a political party.

paraphrasing.."Science is the language of the intellect of society. Art is language of the entire human personality.

The heart is a place of secrets...

I was afraid of marriage. I had the impression married life would take up all my time. I saw myself drowning in visits and parties. No freedom.

Art is a criticism of society and life, and I believe that if life became perfect, art would be meaningless and cease to exist.

The writer interweaves a story with his own doubts, questions, and values. That is art.

It's a most distressing affliction to have a sentimental heart and a skeptical mind.