Elias Khoury
Lebanese playwright and novelist
Born
July 12th, 1948
76 years ago
Died
September 15th, 2024
0 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Lebanon
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An influential figure in contemporary Lebanese literature, contributions span novels, essays, and plays. Explored themes of identity, memory, and history, often reflecting the complexities of the Lebanese Civil War. Significant works include 'Gate of the Sun', which presents a narrative of Palestinian exile and suffering. Engagement in cultural and political discourse, advocating for the rights of marginalized communities through literary expression.
Authored 'Gate of the Sun'
Wrote 'Yalo'
Contributed to theatre with notable plays
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