The Beginnings of Egyptian Science Fiction Literature

There has been a long debate about the origins of science fiction literature in Egypt. Scholars who was first writer to include motifs genre, made references it and sought inspiration it. It is commonly assumed that beginnings Egypt date back late forties or early fifties last century, Taufīq al-Ḥakīm Yūsuf ‘Izz ad-Dīn ‘Īsàare mentioned as pioneers genre. But were they definitely writers alluded their literary works? Did this genre really appear 1940s 1950s? Drawing on latest studies, authors article attempt answer these questions bring closer fore. They also seek highlight importance examples SF role promoting new country.