Abu Dhabi, – The Sheikh Zayed Book Award for “Literature” went this year to Hafnaoui Baali from Algeria for his book “Comparative Cultural Criticism- an Introduction” (published by Arab Scientific Publishers, Inc 2007). “Comparative Cultural Criticism” book is a monumental intervention in cultural history and philosophy.
The Award’s Advisory Council’s recognition came as a result of the underpinning value of Baali’s work; the book provides international and interdisciplinary explorations of intellectual controversies, trends, and issues in culture, theory, and philosophy. Additionally, the book provides an in-depth analysis of Edward Said’s highly influential writings in imperialism and culture. Al Oraimi noted that “this book is considered a monumental intervention in cultural history and philosophy.
The Secretary General of the Sheikh Zayed Book Award, Mr. Rashed Al Oraimi, also announced Qais Sedki from the United Arab Emirates the winner of the “Children’s literature” category for his book “Gold Ring /Volume 1” (Pageflip Publishing, 2009). Al Oraimi explained that the winning book provides an excellent introduction for children to Falconery as a well-known sport in the Gulf region since early generations written in calssical Arabic. It is noteworthy that the winner worked with two of Japan’s foremost Manga artists, duo Akira Himekawa (who worked on both Nintendo’s Legend Of Zelda and Astro Boy), to produce the book.
Original article can be found HERE.
The Award’s Advisory Council’s recognition came as a result of the underpinning value of Baali’s work; the book provides international and interdisciplinary explorations of intellectual controversies, trends, and issues in culture, theory, and philosophy. Additionally, the book provides an in-depth analysis of Edward Said’s highly influential writings in imperialism and culture. Al Oraimi noted that “this book is considered a monumental intervention in cultural history and philosophy.
The Secretary General of the Sheikh Zayed Book Award, Mr. Rashed Al Oraimi, also announced Qais Sedki from the United Arab Emirates the winner of the “Children’s literature” category for his book “Gold Ring /Volume 1” (Pageflip Publishing, 2009). Al Oraimi explained that the winning book provides an excellent introduction for children to Falconery as a well-known sport in the Gulf region since early generations written in calssical Arabic. It is noteworthy that the winner worked with two of Japan’s foremost Manga artists, duo Akira Himekawa (who worked on both Nintendo’s Legend Of Zelda and Astro Boy), to produce the book.
Original article can be found HERE.
