Strolling and Self-quest in The Tribulations of the Last Sijilmassi by Fouad Laroui
This study aims to highlight the tribulations of the walker in the philosophical novel The Tribulations of the Last Sijilmassi by Fouad Laaroui. We explain how Adam experiences a metamorphosis by emptying his mind of all the texts and poetic fragments of French literature that he had previously memorized. When walking, the body and mind are in full dynamism. The metamorphosis is not without unease and identity vertigo, because the “flow of words” is accompanied by headache. Our walker gets lost in his thoughts once he is on a walk. In walking, there is a loss of landmarks and of self-seeking. In addition, a feeling of duplication and discomfort is evident in the walker. The practice of walking also appears as a revolt against and resistance to the speed of modern life. The decision to walk appears to be a folly because it is shocking and perceived as a transgressive act. For Adam, to walk is to exist and resist. The protagonist intends to “hold himself out” of the speed of modern life, in that he feels a desire to move from a profane place (the city) to a sacred place.
Keywords:
Walking, tribulation, self-quest, body strolling,
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- Başlangıç: 1954
- Yayıncı: İstanbul Üniversitesi