Country Without a Post Office, The
In his evocative and landmark anthology, 'The Country Without a Post Office', Agha Shahid Ali delivers an emotional homage to his beleaguered nation. With an artistry that is both elegantly crafted and melodious, Ali intertwines elements of history, folklore, and political strife to forge a rich tapestry of yearning for a territory ravaged by discord. Against a striking backdrop of 'deluge and inferno and devastation', within a realm of 'cursed addresses', the poet's expressions echo with a profound ache of sorrow and nostalgia. This exceptional opus solidifies Ali’s stature as an essential figure in contemporary English-language poetry, providing readers with a heart-wrenching investigation of Kashmir’s plight, illuminated by his remarkable poetic prowess.
- Author: Agha Shahid Ali
- Publisher: PENGUIN MODERN CLASSIC; Latest Edition (1 January 2013)
- Genre: Poetry
- ISBN: 978-0143420736
- Pages: 104 pages