Soliloquy with the Ghosts in Nile

Soliloquy with the Ghosts in Nile explores the role of silence in a time of war, using the survivor's voice to tell the stories of those lost. The experimental poems track grief as it extends from the personal to a larger community, resulting in a powerful collection of survival stories that insist on being told.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 88 pages
Publication date: 29 December 2022
Publisher: Black Ocean

Soliloquy with the Ghosts in Nile delves into the profound significance of silence in the midst of war. The war portrayed by Hussain Ahmed encompasses both physical and psychological dimensions, and the survivor within these poems harnesses his voice as a powerful tool to narrate the stories of those who have fallen. Through experimental poetry, the author explores the intricate nuances of grief, extending from the personal realm of the "I" to a broader community grappling with the loss of places that no longer exist. These poems serve as a testament to the unwavering commitment to ensuring that the victims of war are not forgotten, resulting in a powerful collection of survival stories that demand to be heard.

The war Hussain Ahmed depicts in Soliloquy with the Ghosts in Nile is a multifaceted conflict that encompasses both physical and psychological dimensions. The survivor within these poems utilizes his voice as a means to recount the tales of those who have perished. The experimental nature of the poems allows for a deep exploration of grief, as it extends from the personal realm of the "I" to a larger community struggling to establish connections with places that have vanished. These poems serve as a poignant reminder of the importance of remembering and honoring the victims of war, resulting in a powerful collection of survival stories that insist on being heard.

Weight: 122g
Dimension: 152 x 191 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781939568526