Rawi Hage
Rawi Hage is a Lebanese-Canadian writer and photographer. Born in Beirut, Lebanon, he immigrated to Canada in 1992. Hage is best known for his debut novel, 'De Niro's Game,' which won the IMPAC Dublin Literary Award. His work often explores themes of war, immigration, displacement, and the complexities of the human experience. He has published several novels and his writing has been translated into multiple languages.
Books
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1. De Niro's Game
The novel delves into the lives of two childhood friends navigating the treacherous landscape of war-torn Beirut. As the city crumbles under the weight of the Lebanese Civil War, the young men find themselves drawn into the violence and chaos that surrounds them. One chooses the path of emigration, seeking a new life abroad, while the other becomes embroiled in the militia warfare that dominates the streets. Their friendship is tested by the brutality of their environment, as they grapple with the moral complexities of survival, loyalty, and the devastating impact of conflict on the human spirit.
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