Dr Sadia Zulfiqar, a British Academy Fellow at Aberystwyth University, will be engaging in a thought-provoking conversation with acclaimed author Leila Aboulela about her latest novel, River Spirit. Born in Cairo and raised in Khartoum before settling in Aberdeen, Aboulela has gained recognition for her remarkable literary contributions. She has been shortlisted for the Orange Prize three times and has authored five novels, including Bird Summons, The Translator, and Lyrics Alley, which received the Scottish Book Awards' Fiction Winner honor.

Aboulela's talent has not gone unnoticed, having been awarded the prestigious Caine Prize for African Writing, and her short story collection, Elsewhere Home, was honored with the Saltire Fiction Book of the Year Award. Now, she presents River Spirit, a captivating tale that delves into the realms of religious corruption, unbreakable connections, and an alluring sense of hope. Renowned British-Tanzanian author and Nobel laureate Abdulrazak Gurnah describes it as a "novel of extraordinary sympathy and insight."

This noteworthy event, titled "In Conversation with Leila Aboulela," will be hosted at the distinguished Prifysgol Aberystwyth University in Aberystwyth. The venue, located at Penglais Campus, promises a captivating atmosphere for this intellectual exchange. Join us on February 14, 2024, for an enriching experience, completely free of charge. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with the brilliant mind behind River Spirit and explore the depths of her storytelling prowess.

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