Fragments of Memories: A Story of a Syrian Family - Softcover

Mina, Hanna

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1566565472 ISBN 13: 9781566565479

Publisher: Interlink Books, 2004

Synopsis

Fragments of Memory is an autobiographical novel about the life of a boy born to a poor family in northern Syria. Mina sets these personal events against a richly detailed description of events in the history of early 20th century Syria, as the silkworm industry gave way to modern foreign technology. The mode of life described is one of 3 bygone era.

About this title

About the Author:

Hanna Mina, Syria's foremost novelist, was born in 1924 in Latakia, the only Syrian port on the Mediterranean. He is well-known for his depiction of the modern Syrian experience, particularly the life of sailors and the sea. He played an important role in founding the Syrian Writers Association and the Arab Writers Association. In 1990 he won the Uwais Award for his complete works, one of the most prestigious awards in the Arab world.

Language Notes:

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: Arabic

About this edition

• Publisher: Interlink Books
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 1566565472
• ISBN 13: 9781566565479
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 192