Country Without a Post Office: Poems
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Book Overview
This collection of poems by Kashmiri-American Agha Shahid Ali finds that contemporary history has forced him to return to his homeland, not with the ease of a tourist, but as a witness to the savagery visited upon Kashmir since the 1990 uprisings. These poems evoke the tragedy of his birthplace.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0393317617
ISBN13:9780393317619
Release Date:April 1998
Publisher:W. W. Norton & Company
Length:98 Pages
Weight:0.33 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 5.5" x 8.2"
Customer Reviews
3 ratings
only the intense need apply
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
i stumbled upon this by accident and will never forget it. without a doubt, my all-time favorite book of poetry.
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Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
This is a rather touching book about Kashmir.I feel it is very good and srtongly recommend it as something to read occaisonaly when you are feeling liberal
Kashmir today is truely "The Country without a Post Office"
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
Agah Shahid, having come from the unfortunate valley, a living hell for its inhabitants and indeed a paradise on earth has chosen the most appropriate title. Today what Kashmir needs is indeed a post office, a post office which would open and facilitate dialogue. It indeed comes as a relief to hear about Kashmir and all that it stands for and not violence and death these days. One can only wish there were more Shahids from Kashmir who could lend there voice for Kashmir. Agah brings out the essence of Kashmir in his work. A must for anyone who is interested in Kashmir.
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