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“A man of distinguished, beautiful eloquence, and persistent, over pressing thought... Ameen Rihani was one of the foremost pioneers of modern illumination. He firmly believed in the significance of reviving the Arab spirit and protecting the freedom of thought and the freedom of human conscience.”

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Mikhail Naimy, born on October 17, 1889, and died on February 28, 1988, was a prominent Russian and Ukrainian author, poet, and translator of the 20th century. Known for his unique literary style and significant influence on Russian literature, his works are celebrated for their profound emotion and distinctive style. more

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