Miramar is a poignant novella by Naguib Mahfouz, set in a rundown pension in Alexandria in the politically charged 1960s. Through the eyes of its diverse inhabitants – including an aging journalist, a disillusioned intellectual, and a mysterious young peasant girl named Zahra – Mahfouz masterfully explores the complex social and political landscape of post-revolutionary Egypt. The narrative, told from multiple perspectives, delves into themes of disillusionment, betrayal, idealism, and the clash between traditional values and modern aspirations, offering a profound commentary on a society grappling with profound change and the legacy of Nasserism.