The Amman International Book Fair, organized by the Jordanian Publishers Association, has included 7 cultural, intellectual, and literary events. These events address various issues related to literature, criticism, education, and social and artistic transformations. A number of writers, intellectuals, and academics participate in these events. The events aim to enrich the cultural and literary scene in the region.
One of the events is a symposium titled "War Literature: Representations of Violence in Poetry and Novels." The Saudi thinker and critic Dr. Saad Al-Bazai participated in this event. He discussed the transformations in the representation of war and violence in literature. The differences in addressing these topics in ancient poetry and modern literature were also explored. Several novels and poems were discussed during the symposium.
Another event is a symposium titled "Why Did the Arab Renaissance Fail? Knowledge, Education, and the State." This event discussed the reasons behind the failure of the Arab renaissance project. The role of education, scientific research, and institution-building in achieving development was also examined. Participants reviewed the challenges of developing a knowledge system and transitioning from consuming to producing knowledge.
The events also included a symposium titled "Mohammed Tmlieh: The Eloquence of the Margin and Black Satire." This event recalled the creative experience of the late Jordanian writer Mohammed Tmlieh. Participants discussed the peculiarity of his journalistic and literary writings. His ability to employ satire and irony in expressing human and social issues was also highlighted.
In addition, the events featured a symposium titled "Jordanian Voices." This event included poetic and narrative readings, as well as creative testimonies about transformations in form and vision in literature. A poetry evening was also held, with the participation of poets from Jordan and Palestine. The issues of homeland, memory, resistance, and exile were discussed.
The documentary film "Hatem Ali: The Scene We Lived" was also screened and discussed. This film addressed the artistic and dramatic legacy of the late Arab director Hatem Ali. His vision for directing and presenting social and historical issues in dramatic works was also examined.
These events are part of the cultural program of the Amman International Book Fair, which will continue until October 3rd. The events aim to enrich the cultural and literary scene in the region and provide a platform for discussion and exchange of ideas among intellectuals and academics.
Key points
- The Amman International Book Fair features 7 cultural events with Egyptian participation.
- The events address various issues related to literature, criticism, education, and social and artistic transformations.
- The events provide a platform for discussion and exchange of ideas among intellectuals and academics.
