Professor Hamid Dabashi is the Hagop Kevorkian Professor of Iranian Studies and Comparative Literature at Columbia University in New York. Dabashi has authored over 20 books, delving into subjects such as religion, literature, cinema, and philosophy, establishing himself as a leading voice in contemporary Middle Eastern studies. His scholarly work is complemented by his role as a public intellectual and anti-war activist, frequently contributing essays on current affairs to platforms like Al-Jazeera. Dabashi has also made significant contributions to cultural preservation, most notably through founding Dreams of a Nation, a Palestinian Film Project dedicated to safeguarding Palestinian cinema. His latest work, Mashya and Mashyana Unearthed: Myth, Metonymy and the Unknowing Subject, continues his exploration of myth and narrative, offering profound insights into the human condition. Dabashi’s influence extends across disciplines, making him a pivotal figure in the global discourse on culture, politics, and philosophy