Suad Al-Kuwari
Suad Al-Kuwari | |
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سعاد-الكواري  | |
| Born | 1965 |
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| Occupation | Poet |
Suad Al-Kuwari (born 1965) is a Qatari poet. She is recognized for her significant contributions to contemporary Arabic literature, particularly in the realm of poetry. Al-Kuwari's work often explores themes of identity, emotion, and societal observations through a unique and evocative poetic lens.
Suad Al-Kuwari was born in 1965 in Doha, the capital city of Qatar. Her formative years were spent in this dynamic cultural hub, which likely influenced her artistic sensibilities and provided a backdrop for her later literary endeavors. She pursued higher education and successfully graduated from Qatar University, an institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and its role in shaping Qatar's intellectual landscape. The academic environment at Qatar University undoubtedly played a crucial role in nurturing her intellectual curiosity and honing her literary skills.
She has published a number of Arabic-language poetry collections, which have garnered attention within the Arab literary world. Her poems are characterized by their lyrical quality and insightful reflections on various aspects of life. Recognizing the universal appeal of her work, translations of her poetry into English have appeared in the esteemed anthology Language for a New Century: Contemporary Poetry from the Middle East, Asia, and Beyond (2008). This publication provided a platform for Al-Kuwari's voice to reach a wider international audience, connecting her poetic expressions with readers from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Beyond her written contributions, Suad Al-Kuwari has also ventured into the realm of musical collaboration, demonstrating her versatility as an artist. She collaborated on a notable musical work titled My Testimony of You is Wounded with the acclaimed Emirati singer Adel Ibrahim and the talented composer Ibrahim Al-Dosari. This collaboration brought together the power of poetry and music, creating a unique artistic synergy. More recently, in 2023, she again collaborated with Ibrahim Al-Dosari, this time alongside Tunisian singer Bushra Karim, on a musical piece titled Ok and Pills (2023). These collaborations highlight Al-Kuwari's willingness to explore different artistic mediums and her ability to connect with audiences through various forms of creative expression. Her forays into musical collaborations further enrich her artistic profile and demonstrate her openness to interdisciplinary artistic endeavors.
Bibliography
[edit]- Tajaʻid (Wrinkles, poetry). Doha: n.p., 1995.[1]
- Lam Takun Rouhi (poetry, 2000)[2]
- Bab Jadeed li–Dukhoul (poetry, 2001)[2]
- Bahtan ani al–Omr (poetry, 2001)[2]
- Wareethat al–Sahraa (poetry, 2001)[2]
- Malikat al–Jibal (poetry, 2004)[2]
- Thakirat al-jasad (poetry, 2008)[3]
- Ayna kunti ya sayyidati? (poetry, 2012)[4]
References
[edit]- ^ Achour, Radwa; Ghazoul, Ferial Jabouri; Reda-Mekdashi, Hasna (2008). Arab women writers: a critical reference guide, 1873-1999. Cairo: American university in Cairo press. ISBN 978-977-416-146-9.
- ^ a b c d e "Soad Al Kuwari, Blackbird". blackbird-archive.vcu.edu. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
- ^ Al-Kuwari, Suad (2008). Thakirat al-jasad. Milan: Al Mutawasset for Publishing.
- ^ Al-Kuwari, Suad (2012). Ayna kunti ya sayyidati?. Beirut: Dar Al Adab.