Feature: How Did Abdalrahman Munif Transition from Economist to Novelist?
Presenter: Nadim Maghzal
Delivered: NYC on September 30, 2018
This afikra feature explores Abedelrahman Munif’s life and literary impact, tracing his journey from economist and activist to influential novelist. Focusing on his acclaimed work Cities of Salt, we examine how Munif transformed Arabic literature by blending history with fiction, reshaping the genre in the late 20th century.
Sources & Future References
Teaching with Arabic Literature in Translation: Abdelrahman Munif’s ‘Cities of Salt’ – Arablit
The Arabic Novel between Aesthetic Concerns and the Causes of Man
Literary Awakening in Saudi Arabia: A Distant Echo of 9/11 | Qantara.de
Contact Info
Instagram: @wakeislandmusic
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About Afikra Community Presentations
Delivered and prepared by afikra Community members, the presentation’s goal is to showcase the presenter’s curiosity and research and share some knowledge on a topic related to the Arab world’s histories and cultures. The presentation is the culmination of the afikra coaching process to help identify a topic, find research, and develop the presentation. afikra presentations come in two forms, a long question-driven afikra Feature, and a short afikra FWD with the purpose of sharing something interesting.
