The Syrian Ministry of Culture announced the death of poet, novelist, and thinker Abdullah Isa Salame. Born in 1944 and passing in 2026, Salame left behind a rich legacy in literature and thought.
Hailing from the Manbij region in the Aleppo countryside, Salame was recognized as one of the figures who enriched the Arabic literary canon with his poetry, novels, stories, articles, research, and critical writings. It was also noted that he was a member of the International Islamic Literature Association.
Known for his works in poetry and novels
Salame published five poetry books and five novels, in addition to collections of stories and intellectual and critical studies. His poetry collections include Shadow and Harur, An Oasis in the Desert, The Pimples on Samiri’s Forehead, Excuses, and Shimmering Waves.
In the field of novel writing, his notable works include Serpentine, The Crying Cloud, and The Fugitive’s Secret. These works highlight Salame’s impactful contributions to both narrative and poetic literature.
His work received multiple awards
The writer was honored with various awards for his cultural contributions. These include the second prize from the Abdulaziz Al-Babtain Poetry Creativity Foundation in 2001, the story award from the Taif Literary Club also in 2001, and the Poet Ukaz Award in 2009.
The Ministry extended condolences to Salame’s family, loved ones, and the cultural communities of Syria and the Arab world. The statement expressed hope that his efforts in literature and thought will be remembered with honor.