Mural

Synopsis

Written after surviving life-threatening heart surgery, Mural is one of Mahmoud Darwish's most profound and celebrated works. In this long-form poem, Darwish reflects on mortality, memory, exile, love, and the enduring relationship between the self and homeland. Moving between the personal and the political with extraordinary lyricism, Mural meditates on what it means to live in the shadow of death while refusing to surrender hope or imagination. This edition also includes The Dice Player, one of Darwish's final poems, and features original drawings by John Berger, making it a remarkable introduction to one of the twentieth century's greatest poetic voices.

About the Author

Mahmoud Darwish (1941–2008) is widely regarded as one of the most influential poets of the modern era. His work explores themes of exile, identity, love, memory, and belonging with remarkable beauty and emotional depth. Translated into more than thirty languages, Darwish's poetry has become a cornerstone of contemporary world literature, celebrated for its lyrical power and enduring humanity.

Publisher
Verso

Publication Date
July 30, 2024

Format
Paperback

Pages
80

Subjects
Poetry · Palestinian Literature · Translated Literature · Middle Eastern Literature

ISBN
9781804297117