Edmond Jabès

1912–1991 (age 79)

Biography

Edmond Jabès, an Egyptian-born writer and poet, created a singular body of work that blended philosophy, mysticism, and the experience of exile, notably in his acclaimed Book of Questions series.

His grave stands as a testament to a life devoted to language, allowing readers to ponder the questions he left behind.

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