Edmond Jabès

Born in Cairo, Edmond Jabès spent most of his life in exile, first in Italy and then in France, where he became a prominent figure in modern poetry. His work, written in French, reflects his experience of loss and displacement, exploring the human condition through recurring metaphors such as the desert, the book, and space. 'The Book of Margins' and 'The Book of Similarities' are examples of his vast poetic output. His poetry invites reflection on identity, memory, and the very nature of literary creation, establishing a constant dialogue with other arts and philosophies.