Alaa Al Aswany
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Summary
Alaa Al Aswany was born on May 26, 1957[1], in Cairo[2]. He has worked as a writer[3], dentist[4], novelist[5], screenwriter[6], and short story writer[7]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (936 views/month, #7,233 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Father: عباس الأسواني[9]
- Country of citizenship: Egypt[10]
- Native language: Arabic[11]
- Occupation: non-fiction writer[12], political activist[13], journalist[14]
- Field of work: novel[15], short story[16], essay[17]
- Educated at: Cairo University[18], University of Illinois Chicago[19]
- Notable work: The Yacoubian Building[20], Chroniques de la révolution égyptienne[21], Jumhuriyat ka'an[22]
- Award received: Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres[23], Johann Philipp Palm Award[24], Member of the Tunisian Academy of Sciences[25], Q137884738[26]
- Religion or worldview: Islam[27]
- Sex or gender: male[28]
- Commons category: Alaa Al Aswany[29]
- Given name: Alaa[30]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Arabic[31], French[32]
- Birth name: علاء الدين عباس الأسواني[33]
- Name in native language: علاء الأسواني[34]
Why It Matters
Alaa Al Aswany has Wikipedia articles in 16 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[35] He is known by 33 alternative names across languages and contexts.[36]
Works attributed to him include The Yacoubian Building[37], a written work[38], in Egypt[39].
FAQs
Where was Alaa Al Aswany born?
Alaa Al Aswany's place of birth was Cairo[2].
Who were Alaa Al Aswany's parents?
Alaa Al Aswany's father was عباس الأسواني[9].
What did Alaa Al Aswany do for work?
Alaa Al Aswany worked as a writer[3], dentist[4], novelist[5], screenwriter[6], and short story writer[7].
Where did Alaa Al Aswany go to school?
Alaa Al Aswany was educated at Cairo University[18] and University of Illinois Chicago[19].
What awards did Alaa Al Aswany receive?
Honors received include Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres[23], Johann Philipp Palm Award[24], Member of the Tunisian Academy of Sciences[25], and Q137884738[26].