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Oct 2024
1h 8m

Writing Palestine I Susan Abulhawa

Tarwida
About this episode

With a profound belief that artists bear the responsibility to witness and that art is an integral part of life, Susan Abulhawa, the internationally-acclaimed writer, weaves together history, activism and fiction. In this first episode of Tarwida, join us for an insightful conversation with Susan as we explore her multifaceted journey and discover how we can read our way into the depths of Palestinian culture. 

This episode is hosted by Afaf Shawwa Bibi. Tarwida’s lead producer is Tala Elissa and is co-produced by Lobna Monieb. Our Executive Producer is Zina Jardaneh. Social Media by Kiera Doherty. Brand design by Sara Sukhun. Theme music includes excerpts from Clarissa Bitar, The Popular Art Centre - مركز الفن الشعبي & Rim Banna.

This episode was recorded on August 27th, 2024.

Tarwida is a series of conversations that bring Palestinian arts, culture and heritage to the forefront. We hear from artists including writers, filmmakers, musicians, architects, culinary practitioners and more about their very own Palestine.  

In a nutshell, if you want to know more about (Creative) Palestine, this is the place to be.
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Relevant links and resources:

- Follow Susan Abulhawa
- Palestine Writes Festival

Buy Susan’s books through this link:

- Mornings in Jenin, 2006

- My Voice Sought the Wind, 2013

- The Blue Between Sky and Water, 2015

- Against the Loveless World, 2019

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