Description: (Novelist)
Abdul Rahman Munif was a prolific and influential figure in Arabic literature, known for his work as a novelist, short story writer, memoirist, journalist, thinker, and cultural critic. His writing often featured strong political themes and satirical portrayals of the Middle Eastern elite classes. Munif gained widespread recognition for his quintet of novels, particularly "Cities of Salt," which delved into the effects of oil discovery on traditional Bedouin culture. Despite facing backlash from Saudi Arabian rulers resulting in the banning of his books and the revocation of his citizenship, Munif's legacy as a significant author of the 20th century endures.