Modern Sudanese Poetry

An Anthology

By Adil Babikir | Publisher: Nebraska

About the book

Spanning more than six decades of Sudan’s post-independence history, this collection features work by some of Sudan’s most renowned modern poets, largely unknown in the United States. Adil Babikir’s extensive introduction provides a conceptual framework to help the English reader understand the cultural context. Translated from Arabic, the collection addresses a wide range of themes—identity, love, politics, Sufism, patriotism, war, and philosophy—capturing the evolution of Sudan’s modern history and cultural intersections.

Modern Sudanese Poetry features voices as diverse as the country’s ethnic, cultural, and natural composition. By bringing these voices together, Babikir provides a glimpse of Sudan’s poetry scene as well as the country’s modern history and post-independence trajectory. 

Editions of Modern Sudanese Poetry

Paperback
ISBN 9781496215635

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Spanning more than six decades of Sudan’s post-independence history, this collection features work by some of Sudan’s most renowned modern poets, largely unknown in the United States. Adil Babikir’s extensive introduction provides a conceptual framework to help the English reader understand the cultural context. Translated from Arabic, the collection addresses a wide range of themes—identity, love, politics, Sufism, patriotism, war, and philosophy—capturing the evolution of Sudan’s modern history and cultural intersections.

Modern Sudanese Poetry features voices as diverse as the country’s ethnic, cultural, and natural composition. By bringing these voices together, Babikir provides a glimpse of Sudan’s poetry scene as well as the country’s modern history and post-independence trajectory. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Modern Sudanese Poetry about?

Spanning more than six decades of Sudan’s post-independence history, this collection features work by some of Sudan’s most renowned modern poets, largely unknown in the United States. Adil Babikir’s extensive introduction provides a conceptual framework to help the English reader understand the cultural context. Translated from Arabic, the collection addresses a wide range of themes—identity, love, politics, Sufism, patriotism, war, and philosophy—capturing the evolution of Sudan’s modern history and cultural intersections.

Modern Sudanese Poetry features voices as diverse as the country’s ethnic, cultural, and natural composition. By bringing these voices together, Babikir provides a glimpse of Sudan’s poetry scene as well as the country’s modern history and post-independence trajectory. 

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Modern Sudanese Poetry?

Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Poetry / Poems

Where can I read a sample of Modern Sudanese Poetry?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781496215635

Is Modern Sudanese Poetry part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series African Poetry Book

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Modern Sudanese Poetry?

Adil Babikir

Who is the Publisher of the book Modern Sudanese Poetry?

Nebraska

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Modern Sudanese Poetry is available as paperback(ISBN 9781496215635)

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