Dharker, Imtiaz
I Speak for the Devil
- ISBN 13:
- 9781852245696
- author:
- Dharker, Imtiaz
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloodaxe Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 138mm X 216mm
- Genre:
- Poetry texts & anthologies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
I Speak for the Devil by Imtiaz Dharker is a powerful exploration of identity, displacement and the complexities of female experience. Through her poetry, Dharker navigates the spaces between cultures, religions and nations, tracing a journey of self-discovery and transformation. In this collection, the woman's body is a territory that can be possessed, owned or claimed by herself or another. The poems explore the tensions between individuality and conformity, as well as the ways in which women are perceived and respected in different societies. With her characteristic blend of lyricism and intensity, Dharker reveals the complexities of female experience, where identity is constantly being negotiated and redefined. The poems in I Speak for the Devil are accompanied by Dharker's own drawings, adding an extra layer of depth and visual complexity to the work. This is a book that will resonate with anyone interested in poetry that challenges and subverts expectations, and offers a unique perspective on the human experience.