Abdul Rauf Benawa
Afghan writer, poet, journalist, historian and social activist
About Abdul Rauf Benawa
Lived 1913 – 1985 (aged 71). Abdul Rauf Benawa was an Afghan poet, journalist, politician, historian and diplomat.
Abdul Rauf Benawa (1913–1985; Pashto: عبدالرووف بېنوا) was an Afghan writer, poet, journalist, historian and social activist. One of his major works is a series of educational poems called "Sad Reflection".
Works Benawa wrote many works of literature. Some are:
1941: There is no time (nelarem Wacht ") 1942: Virgin unfortunate (Nâmurâda ndželej ") 1947: Literary Theory (Adabi funun ") 1948: Thoughts sorrowful (Prêsâna afkâr ") 1961: Contemporary Writers (likwâl Hosanna ") 1966: Mystery of the heart ("The zrre chwâla)
Death He died in exile in the United States.
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Who was Abdul Rauf Benawa?
Afghan writer, poet, journalist, historian and social activist (1913–1985)
When was Abdul Rauf Benawa born?
Abdul Rauf Benawa was born on 23 August 1913.
When did Abdul Rauf Benawa die?
Abdul Rauf Benawa died on 11 January 1985.
What was Abdul Rauf Benawa's occupation?
Abdul Rauf Benawa was a poet, journalist, politician, historian and diplomat.
What nationality was Abdul Rauf Benawa?
Abdul Rauf Benawa was Afghan.
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