“Wood has become in my life a color, a scent, a taste, and a companion. It is my close friend in everything around me. I find comfort, peace, and reassurance in its presence, as it breathes and lives. It is my eternal beloved” The Author
The author presents a social, cultural, scientific, and artistic tapestry through a chronological narrative that starts from early childhood up until the present. Wood has been the greatest common element throughout all stages of personal and scientific growth, serving as a lifelong companion in the author’s life. He came to recognize the value of wood through every aspect of human imagination, from furniture and general carpentry to agricultural tools and even coffin-making. This was its essence from the beginning.

In this enjoyable and first book about Rushdi Abaza, the writer meticulously traces his life journey. He speaks at length about his admiration for the late brilliant director Ezz El-Din Zulfikar, who took him under his wing and cast him in several distinctive supporting roles, such as his roles in the films “My Heart Responds” and “The Path of Hope.” His stardom began under Zulfikar’s guidance in the film “A Woman on the Road” alongside Hoda Sultan, Zaki Rostom, and Shukry Sarhan. However, the pinnacle of his fame came with the film “The Second Man,” which I watched more than a hundred times without getting bored.

Rushdi Abaza embarked on various roles, and each time we felt how perfectly he embodied the character, whether it was a patriotic role or a role reflecting inner conflicts. We also can’t forget his fantastic comedic performances with Faten Hamama in films like “Wife Number 13,” “Half an Hour of Marriage,” “Bride of the Nile,” and others. Additionally, he had other experiments like “Oh, Eve…”

This book is the culmination of over 3 years of continuous effort at Al Ahram Regional Institute For Journalism.
Its main focus was on developing journalistic material into content that carries weight and significance, achieved through editorial effort reaching the level of research that is based on agreed-upon and applied journalistic principles, similar to those followed by many reputable international newspapers. While the title we have chosen for the book is “The Ideal Newspaper,” it does not mean that the book revolves solely around conservative newspapers. In fact, all types of newspapers can be considered ideal in their respective fields and within the general directions they plan for themselves. Based on this premise, the book seeks to establish a set of principles for our Egyptian and Arab journalism that promote ideal practices in application and presentation, providing readers with high-quality content that satisfies their needs and supports an unwritten contract between them and their newspaper.

Genius is a value within oneself before it is showcased through actions and receives success. Our great writer, Professor Abbas Mahmoud Al-Aqqad, was known for his distinctive approach in portraying geniuses in his writings for the Arab readers. His method relies on a precise psychological analysis of the characters he delves into. He paints a clear psychological picture that acquaints us with the personality he writes about, revealing their characteristics, motivations, and the aspects of greatness they embody.

The book in your hands contains renowned Islamic works on genius, including “The Genius of Muhammad,” “The Genius of Al-Siddiq,” “The Genius of Omar,” “The Genius of Ali,” and “The Genius of Khalid.” In each of these works, the reader will find an extensive study and a sincere depiction based on meticulous analysis, shedding light on various aspects of the presented personality, highlighting their grandeur, brilliance, and exceptional heroism. It is worth mentioning that the one presenting this to you is the giant of Arab thought, Abbas Al-Aqqad.