A Clash of Contrasts in Modern Narration
The Arabic novel, “My Two Cellmates” is a unique memoir recounting the harsh experiences faced by pro-Islamist author, Dr. Ayman Al Otoom, as he is transferred to three differ…
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Category: Culture
Anahid Sofian: A Beloved Living Legend of Oriental Dance
Over the past 50 years, Anahid Sofian– a pillar and forerunner of Middle Eastern dance in New York City and worldwide – has performed, choreographed, and produced magnificent…
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New Arabic Dialects Could Redefine the Borders of the Arab World
In a region that is home to a diverse array of cultures, Arabic has served to unite peoples from Morocco in the west to Oman in the east. Nonetheless, the language has also be…
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‘Divas’- A Stunning Tribute to Legendary Women Artists of the Arab World
The “Divas: From Oum Kalthoum to Dalida ” exhibition at the Arab World Institute in Paris highlights the life and careers of the women who left their mark on the Arab world th…
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‘Places of Mind: A Life of Edward Said’ by Timothy Brennan
Timothy Brennan’s “Places of Mind: A Life of Edward Said” is a remarkable biography of the widely celebrated scholar. Rendered with elegance and the brilliant power of narrati…
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‘Notebooks of the Bookseller’—A Tale of Corruption, Alienation, and Hope in the Arab World
Awarded the 2021 International Prize for Arabic Fiction, “Notebooks of the Bookseller” by Jalal Barjas is a dynamic and moving account of the working classes in Jordan, who ex…
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