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Mahmoud Darwish
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The national Palestinian poet, and author (1941–2008)

Also known as: Mahmud Darwisch, M. Darwish, Mahmoud Darwich, Mahmoud Darwisch, Mahmud Darwis, Mahmud Darwish

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Known works

  • The Butterfly's Burden (2007)
  • Memory for Forgetfulness
  • Etat de siège
  • Why Did You Leave the Horse Alone? (2006)
  • A river dies of thirst