Iranian researcher Malayeri wins Jordanian literary prize
Iranian researcher Yadollah Malayeri was honored with the Youssef Bakkar Prize for Oriental Studies for his thought-provoking book titled ‘The Neighbors in the Eastern Mediterranean.’
This political novel delves into the lives of Ahmed Mahmoud and Abd al-Rahman Munif, captivating readers with its insightful narrative.
Sharing the spotlight, Malayeri shares this recognition jointly with Abbas Abdel Halim Abbas, hailing from Jordan, who authored the book, ‘Abdul Wahhab Azzam, a Civilizational Project, a Study of His Literary Efforts and Comparative Eastern Cultures,’ as reported by IRNA.
The General Secretariat of the “Youssef Bakkar Prize for Oriental Studies,” an inaugural award presented under the auspices of the Jordanian Writers Association, with the generous support of Youssef Bakkar, has officially unveiled the deserving recipients of this coveted honor.
Valued at $3,000, the award symbolizes a significant milestone in the field of Oriental studies and aims to galvanize and empower scholars engaged in this domain. By fostering literary and cultural ties between Oriental languages, particularly Arabic, Persian, and Turkish, the prize aspires to make a positive contribution to the realm of Islamic civilization.
Expressing his profound gratitude, Akram al-Zoubi, the president of the Jordanian Writers Association, Chairman of the Award’s Board of Trustees, and its Secretary General, acknowledged the instrumental role played by the award’s esteemed arbitrators and Board of Trustees. Al-Zoubi announced that a special ceremony will be organized to celebrate the remarkable achievements of the prize winners at a later date, underscoring the Association’s commitment to honoring and acknowledging their exceptional contributions.