A "well-bred" dog shares his views on the family that owns him, the world of animals he coexists with, the broader society of Alexandria, Egypt in the first half of the 20th century, and the historical events of the era. Thus, a dog with anthropomorphic characteristics and human voice and thought observes, comments, and philosophizes. He even speaks in the first person to make the impression of the protagonist's human essence even more convincing. "Magas," first published in 1935, captivates the reader, who learns about significant historical events, such as the Revolution of 1821, the "unfortunate" war of 1897, and the Macedonian Struggle.