The city of Nabeul is set to host the fifth Mahjoub Ayyari Book and Literature Meeting from November 20-22, 2026. This year's event celebrates the literary experience of renowned Tunisian writer, translator, and poet Adam Fathi. The meeting is organized by the Nabeul Regional Library under the supervision of the Regional Cultural Affairs Delegation. The event aims to recognize Fathi's significant contributions to contemporary Tunisian literature and his role in enriching Arabic literature through his creative works and translations.
The meeting's activities will begin on Friday, November 20, at 3:00 PM with a visual presentation using artificial intelligence techniques, prepared and documented by journalist Mourad Reddan and assembled and edited by Osama Ben Mabrouk. This session reflects the cultural sector's openness to modern digital media. The first scientific session, chaired by Professor Hendida Qasdollah, will feature a paper on "The Reflections of the Self in Adam Fathi's Exodus Hymn," followed by a reading by Professor Adel Khader on Fathi's book "Poetry, Tomb of Abu al-Qasim al-Shabbi, Tree of Words."
On Saturday, November 21, the meeting will focus on building connections with young people and students. At 10:00 AM, a meeting will be held between Adam Fathi and students from the Higher Institute of Languages in Nabeul, featuring readings from his translated works. In the evening, the second scientific session, chaired by novelist Mohamed Essaïda, will discuss topics such as "The Poet Who Carries His Dream on His Back" and "Rhythm and Play in the Notebooks of Stones."
The second day's sessions will also include a reading by poet Rim Alqamri on the poem "The Pirates" from the perspective of "The Breaking of the Legend and the Revelation of Loss." The session will conclude with a paper by novelist Mohamed El Hbasha on "The Meanings of Literary Translation for Adam Fathi," exploring the roots of translation and the concept of the reading body.
The meeting will conclude on Sunday, November 22, with a third scientific session chaired by Milaa Smoud, discussing topics such as "Adam Fathi, The Word as a Bridge between Poetry and Humanity." Other speakers will include Khaled Al Ghribi, who will present a paper on "The Poetry of Biography in The Blind Glassblower," and Amira Al Dhabbi, who will discuss the poem "Letter to the Windmills of Don Quixote."
Before the closing of the meeting, attendees will have the opportunity to hear a testimony from Adam Fathi himself, accompanied by poetic readings in his voice. The event will culminate in a tribute ceremony honoring Fathi's literary career and contributions to Tunisian literature.
The Mahjoub Ayyari Book and Literature Meeting is an annual event that celebrates the literary achievements of prominent Tunisian writers and thinkers. This year's event highlights Adam Fathi's significant impact on contemporary literature and his role as a bridge between cultures through his translations and creative works.
Key points
- The fifth Mahjoub Ayyari Book and Literature Meeting takes place in Nabeul, Tunisia, from November 20-22, 2026.
- The event celebrates the literary experience of renowned Tunisian writer, translator, and poet Adam Fathi.
- The meeting features scientific sessions, readings, and discussions on Fathi's works and literary contributions.
