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

We are pleased to invite you, ***Rawiyyat Gathering*** in collaboration with *"Life Schools"*, a program by Dubai's Culture and Arts Authority, to a special intellectual evening featuring the critic ***Kananeh Issa*** in an open dialogue about the inspiring book: *"Swimming in a Pool in the Rain"* by American author ***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 writers who shaped Saunders as both a writer and a human being. 🔹 How can we read short stories through a critical lens? 🔹 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* Moderated by Dalia Abu Al-Ata ***Admission is free and open to all*** Please register your attendance via *Rawiyyat*'s page on Meta Events. We look forward to welcoming you to this special evening.