Elias Canetti's seminal novel, "Auto-da-Fé" (translated as "God's Fire" in Arabic), delves into the chilling psychological breakdown of Peter Kien, an isolated sinologist obsessed with his vast personal library. The narrative masterfully portrays Kien's descent into madness and his tragic struggle against the external world, particularly after his books are confiscated. Canetti brilliantly dissects themes of intellectual arrogance, the corrupting influence of power, and the profound vulnerability of the human psyche when confronted with reality. This powerful, allegorical work offers a searing critique of societal dysfunction and the perilous consequences of unchecked intellectualism, leaving readers to ponder the true nature of reality and self-preservation.