Historical Figure
Amal Donql (Amal Abul Qassem Donql)
French Mandate
Egyptian poet of Syrian Damascene origin; one of the most prominent Arab poets of the 20th century; known for his politically engaged poetry and innovative use of language. Of Damascene descent; his family roots in Damascus influenced his poetic identity and engagement with Arab political themes. He is best known for one of the most prominent arab poets of the 20th century; politically engaged poetry.
Connection to Damascus
Of Damascene descent; his family roots in Damascus influenced his poetic identity and engagement with Arab political themes.
Known for
One of the most prominent Arab poets of the 20th century; politically engaged poetry.
Lifespan
1940 – 1987
Biography
Egyptian poet of Syrian Damascene origin; one of the most prominent Arab poets of the 20th century; known for his politically engaged poetry and innovative use of language. Of Damascene descent; his family roots in Damascus influenced his poetic identity and engagement with Arab political themes. He is best known for one of the most prominent arab poets of the 20th century; politically engaged poetry.