A mythical city and crossroads of civilizations, Tangier permeates the literary universe of Tahar Ben Jelloun like a sanctuary of memory and inspiration. The author, marked from a young age by this cosmopolitan city, draws on his experiences and reflections, transforming them into a literary pilgrimage through the city’s many facets. His sensitive pen invites us to explore the Tangierian reality of his time, sublimated by novel’s imagination. Breathing life into his characters and stories, Ben Jelloun invites us to a deep introspection, where attachment, identity, and the human condition intertwine. His characters, inspired by the memory of the §§§§Bride of the North§§§§ - as Moroccans call it - embody the richness and complexity of Tangierian society. In short, Ben Jelloun’s work is tinged with a universal spirituality, meditating on the meaning of life, the human quest, and the mystery of the universe. This spiritual journey adds a mystical dimension to his stories, making his exploration of Tangier a true literary pilgrimage and an introspection of the human soul. Thus, by guiding us through the meanders of this fascinating city, the author invites us to discover its culture, its spirituality, and its identity. His prose sheds a unique light on the human condition, making Tangier a character in its own right in his fictional universe.