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Sharjah book fair officially opens
Shaikh Sultan also launched his latest book titled, "Sard Al That," eaning "autobiography" in Arabic.
- By Mariam M. Al Serkal, Staff Reporter, Gulf News
- Published: 11:37 November 11, 2009
- Image Credit: Gulf News
Sharjah: His Highness Shaikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated the 28th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair 2009 on Wednesday morning.
Shaikh Sultan also launched his latest book titled, "Sard Al That," meaning "autobiography" in Arabic.
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