A journey through the book - "Swimming in a Rainy Pool," George Saunders

We are pleased to invite you, ***Raawiyat Gathering*** in collaboration with *"**Life Schools**"*, a program by Dubai's Culture and Arts Authority, to a special intellectual evening featuring the critic ***Kenana Issa*** in an open dialogue about the inspiring book: *"**Swimming in a Rainy Pool**"* by American writer ***George Saunders*** 🔹 During this event, we will explore the book's key ideas and the profound lessons it offers on *reading, writing, and life*, through the influence of four Russian authors who shaped Saunders as a writer and human being. 🔹 How can we read short stories through the eyes of a critic? 🔹 How can mindful reading transform our understanding of the world? *📅 Date: Sunday, August 31, 2025* *🕖 Time: 7:00 PM* *📍 Venue: Safa Art and Design Library – Al Wasl, Dubai* Hosted by Dalia Abu Al-Ata ***Admission is free and open to all*** Please register your attendance via the *Raawiyat* page on Meta App. We look forward to your presence at this special event.