Abdelkrim Ghallab facts for kids
Abdelkrim Ghallab (born December 31, 1919 – died August 14, 2017) was an important writer, journalist, and political thinker from Morocco. He was born in the historic city of Fez. Ghallab was well-known for his contributions to both Moroccan literature and politics. He studied at two famous universities: the University of Al-Karaouine in Fez and the University of Cairo in Egypt.
A Life in Literature
Abdelkrim Ghallab wrote many books during his lifetime. He published five novels and three collections of short stories. His most famous novel is Dafann al-m'd, which means The Buried Past. This book was published in 1966. People admired his writing style, describing it as "graceful" and "scholarly classicism" in Arabic.
Recognized Works
In the year 2000, a group called the Union of Arab Writers in Egypt chose his novel Al-Mu`alîm `Ali (which means Master Alí) as one of the top 100 Arabic novels ever written. This shows how important his work was in the Arab world.
In 2001, the Moroccan Department of Culture honored him by publishing all of his complete works in five large volumes. This made it easier for people to read and study his writings. Later, in 2004, he received the Maghreb Culture prize from Tunis, recognizing his impact across North Africa. His books have been translated into many different languages, allowing people all over the world to enjoy his stories and ideas.
Later Years
Abdelkrim Ghallab passed away on August 14, 2017, in the city of El Jadida, Morocco. He was 97 years old and left behind a rich legacy of literature and political thought.
See also
In Spanish: Abdelkrim Ghallab para niños
