Is Naguib Mahfouz A-List?
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No — Naguib Mahfouz is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
1939D$0M
Publishes First Novel
Begins his writing career.
1956C▲$0.05M+$0.05M
Publishes 'Cairo Trilogy'
Releases important novels exploring Egyptian society.
1988B▲$0.5M+$0.45M
Wins Nobel Prize
Receives the Nobel Prize, gaining international recognition.
1994B$1M+$0.5M
Survives Assassination Attempt
Survives an attack, but continues writing.
2006B$1M
Death of Literary Figure
Dies, leaving a huge impact on Arabic literature.
Last updated: February 23, 2026