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Labiba Hashim

Lebanese novelist and journalist, noted for her pioneering role in women's Arabic literature · Turkey · On the map · Writers · Lived 1880 to 1947 · aged 67

Labiba Hashim (1952-1882) was a Lebanese author who founded and published Fatat al-Sharq magazine in Cairo in 1906, one of the first female-oriented magazines of the Arab world. In the magazine Hashim advocated for women's rights, especially rights related to women's education and involvement in politics.

Labiba Hashim is read about 4 times a day, in 7 languages.

A typical day, 30 days to 25 August 2026

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Country
Turkey
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1880 to 1947 · aged 67