Sofia D. Suleimanova

This article examines the autobiography of Syrian poet and diplomat Nizar Tawfiq Qabbani (1923–1998), entitled “My Story with Poetry”, as a source of information about his life and creative views. The work offers a detailed account of the author’s development as a person and writer, highlights key names and events in his life, and reflects the ideas that formed the basis of his oeuvre. The article presents Qabbani’s reflections on creativity, on the development of his poetic language, and on the state of contemporary Arabic literature. Finally, it identifies the most characteristic thematic aspects of his works, including the position of women, rebellion, and individual value.