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6/14/24, 11:01 AM PRESSR: Knowledge Lounge convenes authors and readers to shape the literary and knowledge landscape in the Arab world — …
we are committed to hosting renowned personalities in the fields of

literature, science, and arts, while fostering the Arab intellectual

landscape through a variety of initiatives and events designed for

the evolving knowledge and creative needs of various age groups in

society. These efforts actively increase the level of participation in

various intellectual activities.”

H.E. added, “We launched the Knowledge Lounge initiative in line

with our commitment to support the vision of our wise leadership to

develop and enrich the knowledge landscape in the UAE, especially

by integrating reading as a vital part of society’s lifestyle.”

Furthermore, he underscored the significance of leveraging a variety

of knowledge discussions and initiatives organized by the MBRF,

which cover a wide range of topics revolving around literature,

science, art, and creativity.

The meeting, which witnessed the participation of author Tarek

Imam, featured a literary dialogue highlighting the latest collection

of his stories, titled “Stories Shorter than the Ages of Their Heroes.

The collection, published by Dar Al Shorouk in Egypt, comprises a set

of brief narratives known as ‘flash fiction’. The literary dialogue

mainly highlighted this upcoming literary genre as well as the

author’s experience considering his unique storytelling and narration

style.

The dialogue was moderated by Dr. Mounir Al Hayek, a Lebanese

writer and novelist, with the active involvement of participants who

significantly added value to the discussion with their questions and

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