11.15.2008
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‘With the magic pen of a storyteller, Soliman employs rich language and astonishing animations so that the world of reality is transformed into the strange and fantastic. His stories draw their content from a rich well of detailed reality, presented in poetic language, but void of the flaws of pretentious narration.’ –
Al- Arab International Newspaper
‘Remarkable in the author’s stories is a strong dependence on the imagination while breaking the bonds of the expected in the reader’s mind. Through a series of fantastic events reality is left behind, but with proficient skill, it returns in the end.’ –
Al-Ayam Algerian Newspaper
‘…An expert in the game of magic and suspense.
The stories of Walid Soliman possess the essentials for building a successful tale. He is professional in his presentation of the text, for he has keenly grasped the appropriate time and suitable place, and developed both for the dramatic conclusion. There are no wasted words, no filling; it is a delight for the reader.’ –
Teshrin Syrian Newspaper
‘This is what Walid Soliman offers us: The misfortune of modern man who does not even know how to take refuge in his dreams.’-
Al-Arab Cultural Supplement
‘With all certainty the stories of Walid Soliman represent the emerging style of narrative writing from those of the younger generation …He is an intelligent writer, who with his language, word-craft, and interest wants to make a statement.’ –
Al-Hayat al-Thaqafia Magazine
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