The Image Of The Intellectual In Rachid Boudjedra's Novel A Thousand And One Years Of Nostalgia

Abstract

This study aims to depict the complex relationship between the intellectual and power in Arabic literature in general, and Algerian literature in particular, across various historical stages influenced by political, social events, and intellectual currents that significantly shape this image. It reflects the contradictions and conflicts experienced by Algerian society.

Rachid Boudjedra, a prominent novelist, has utilized narrative discourse to penetrate the taboo subjects (power, religion, politics) through his protagonist, "Mohamed the Nameless," who attempts to impose his logic to alter the course of surrounding events. At times, he adopts a positive stance opposing authority, other times he remains neutral, and on some occasions, he is negative.