One of his works faced controversy similar to The Satanic Verses, and like Salman Rushdie, he faced numerous death threats in his lifetime. Stabbed in the neck at the age of 82 right in front of his home, he survived. Amidst constant bodyguard protection and failing health, he still went on to live another 12 years. Identify this remarkable man and the work in question.
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Naguib Mahfouz
Naguib Mahfouz-of the "Children of Gabalawi" controversy
@arjayes & tpm
correct!
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