Qubad Jalil-Zada was born in Koya in the Kurdish region of Northern Iraq and studied at Baghdad University. He started writing in 1988 and is famous for his playful exploration of erotic themes as well as his introduction of the haiku form into Kurdish Sorani literature. His haiku explore the themes of nature and the seasons, as well as celebrating erotic love and addressing religious and cultural issues with a playful sense of humor.
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