Historical Figure
Khaled Khalifa
Modern
Khaled Khalifa was a Syrian novelist, screenwriter and poet. He was nominated three times and shortlisted twice for the International Prize for Arabic Fiction. Some of his novels have been translated into English, German, French, Spanish and other languages.
Connection to Damascus
Lived and worked in Damascus for most of his career; died there in 2023.
Known for
Naguib Mahfouz Medal 2013; novel In Praise of Hatred.
Lifespan
1964-01-01 – 2023-09-30
Biography
Khaled Khalifa was a Syrian novelist, screenwriter and poet. He was nominated three times and shortlisted twice for the International Prize for Arabic Fiction. Some of his novels have been translated into English, German, French, Spanish and other languages.