Page with the cited quote, from Naguib Mahfuz' Modern Cairo

"In spite of his enormous confidence in both himself and his philosophy, he could not help but feel troubled and dispirited, since, as everybody knows, when philosophy is thrown at reality, it explodes and shatters like a missile ejected by a cannon."

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"He reviewed the costs of his new life. Among others, the furnished room he desired to rent; his father's stipend of a few guineas; sundry requirements of luxury; unavoidable expenses... He was dismayed. 'My wealth notwithstanding, I will always remain a pauper."

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"As long as this room houses students, its walls will gather the hopes of successive generations", said Alí Taha

"Let's say it is an incubator", offered Mamun Riduan attentively, "what next?"

"Prison, should we give expression to our thoughts", replied Mahyub with malicious joy.

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