في الشعر الجاهلي

What if the most celebrated poetry from ancient Arabia was a grand fabrication? Taha Hussein's classic work of criticism makes this exact claim, arguing that much of pre-Islamic poetry was written centuries later for political and religious reasons. This bold and controversial book ignited a firestorm upon its release, questioning the authenticity of a foundational part of Arab cultural identity. It remains a crucial text for understanding the history of Arabic literature and the debates that have shaped it.