The search for the true self beyond masks
Quando cade la maschera, published by Les Cultures in 1995, is a collection of two stories: Quando cade la maschera e La foglia di fico. Through intense, symbolic writing, Mohamed Ghonim explores the relationship between identity, memory and the search for inner truth.
In the title story, the author depicts the conflict of contemporary people, often forced to wear different masks to adapt to society and hide their true nature. The mask becomes a symbol of the appearances behind which human complexity is concealed.
The narrative transcends cultural and geographical borders, addressing universal themes such as loss of identity, the need for authenticity and the difficulty modern people face in building deep relationships.
Through metaphorical images and everyday situations, Ghonim invites readers to look beyond appearances in search of a deeper truth hidden behind social conventions.
