Anis Mansour invites readers into the intellectual heart of mid-20th century Egypt with his celebrated memoir. As a devoted attendee of Abbas Mahmoud al-Aqqad's legendary literary salon, Mansour chronicles the vibrant debates, profound philosophical discussions, and personal anecdotes shared among the era's greatest minds. This book is not just a personal recollection but a vivid cultural document, capturing the spirit, wit, and intellectual fervor of a bygone golden age. It offers an intimate glimpse into the personalities and ideas that shaped modern Arabic thought, making it an essential read for lovers of literature and history.