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“There are some people that we didn't forget, but we don't smile any more when they're mentioned.”

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Nizar Qabbani
Nizar Qabbani

Nizar Qabbani was a distinguished Lebanese poet, diplomat, and politician. Born on March 21, 1923, in Damascus, Syria, he spent much of his life in Lebanon. Qabbani's poetry is celebrated for its lyrical beauty and profound social and political commentary. He served as Lebanon's ambassador to France and was a member of the Lebanese parliament. Qabbani received numerous awards for his literary contributions, including the Lenin Peace Prize. He passed away on April 30, 1998. more

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