Two Half Faces

Mustafa Stitou's first English-language collection, Two Half Faces, explores his position as a poet of two homelands, combining humor and seriousness, the everyday with the surreal, and the inner and outer worlds to illuminate the ambiguities of cultural identities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 220 pages
Publication date: 17 December 2020
Publisher: Deep Vellum Publishing

In his debut English-language collection, Moroccan-Dutch poet Mustafa Stitou establishes himself as one of the most significant figures of his generation. Two Half Faces gathers a diverse range of Stitou's work, showcasing his exploration of his position within a constantly evolving reality. Through his poetry, he skillfully weaves together his connection with his two homelands, creating a captivating narrative that delves into the complexities of identity. These poems, spanning from narrative to lyrical, offer a vital account of cultural friction, highlighting the interplay between humor, seriousness, and the ordinary and the extraordinary. This collection serves as a testament to Stitou's growth as a poet, showcasing his ability to evoke profound emotions and intellectual insights. It sheds light on the ambiguities of cultural identities and the intersections between our inner and outer worlds, leaving a lasting impact on readers.

In his debut English-language collection, Moroccan-Dutch poet Mustafa Stitou establishes himself as one of the most significant figures of his generation. Two Half Faces gathers a diverse range of Stitou's work, showcasing his exploration of his position within a constantly evolving reality. Through his poetry, he skillfully weaves together his connection with his two homelands, creating a captivating narrative that delves into the complexities of identity. These poems, spanning from narrative to lyrical, offer a vital account of cultural friction, highlighting the interplay between humor, seriousness, and the ordinary and the extraordinary. This collection serves as a testament to Stitou's growth as a poet, showcasing his ability to evoke profound emotions and intellectual insights. It sheds light on the ambiguities of cultural identities and the intersections between our inner and outer worlds, leaving a lasting impact on readers.

Weight: 316g
Dimension: 140 x 216 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781646050314