Historical Figure
Hanna Mina
French Mandate
Hanna Mina was a Syrian novelist, described in Literature from the "Axis of Evil" as the country's "most prominent" writer.
Connection to Damascus
Lived and worked in Damascus for most of his career; co-founded the Arab Writers Union; central figure in Damascus literary circles.
Known for
One of Syria's greatest 20th-century novelists; realist depictions of Syrian life.
Lifespan
1924 – 2018
Biography
Hanna Mina was a Syrian novelist, described in Literature from the "Axis of Evil" as the country's "most prominent" writer.