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 Cover of Teach Me How to Whisper: Horses and Other Poems | |
| Author | Gjekë Marinaj |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Genre | Poetry |
| Publisher | Syracuse University Press |
Publication date | November 15, 2023 |
| Media type | Print (Paperback) |
| Pages | 223 |
| ISBN | 978-0815611639 |
Teach Me How to Whisper: Horses and Other Poems is a poetry collection by Albanian-born American poet Gjekë Marinaj, published by Syracuse University Press on November 15, 2023.[1] The book, which is Marinaj's first collection translated into English, explores themes of home, love, existentialism, and the human experience.[2]
Overview
[edit]Teach Me How to Whisper is divided into nine sections: Home, Albania, Amor, Admonitions, Acheron, Heroines, Metaphysics, Poets, and the Earth.[3] Each section delves into different aspects of life and philosophy, reflecting Marinaj's rich poetic craft and sensitivity to both inner and outer worlds. The vibrant red cover of the book invites readers to explore the depth and breadth of human emotions and experiences.[4]
Critical Reception
[edit]- The book has received acclaim from various literary critics and scholars. Wayne Miller, author of The City, Our City, describes it as "an exciting addition to Albanian literature-in-translation and, more broadly, to world poetry." Angela De Leo, DaBitanto praises it as "a beacon for all of humanity and for the young people who will write the history, including the literary history, of the near future."[5] The review in Apraksin Blues highlights Marinaj's "worldwide reputation" and his "sensitivity to inner worlds and other worldliness." Different Truths emphasizes the book's exploration of the richness of the human experience across its nine sections.[6]
Awards and Recognitions
[edit]Author
[edit]Gjekë Marinaj is a renowned poet, literary critic, translator, and scholar.[9] Born in Albania, Marinaj's most celebrated poem, "Horses," played a significant role in the democratic movements of his homeland.[10] He has received numerous international accolades, including two National Insignia Prizes from the Vietnam Writers' Association, Italy's International Author Prize, Uzbekistan's Poet of the World Prize, West Bengal's World Poet Prize, India's ISISAR Award for seeking peace through literature, and South Korea's Changwon KC International Literary Prize.[11] Marinaj has also been nominated multiple times for the Nobel Prize in Literature.[12][13][14]
Publication Details
[edit]- Publisher: Syracuse University Press
- Publication Date: November 15, 2023
- Language: English
- Paperback: 223 pages
- ISBN-10: 0815611633
- ISBN-13: 978-0815611639
- Item Weight: 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions: 5 x 0.75 x 8 inches
References
[edit]- ^ "Books of Note". Athenaeum Review. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
- ^ "Threshing Pain and Passion through Poetry: Gjekë Marinaj's Teach Me How to Whisper, by James Manteith". World Literature Today. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
- ^ "James Manteith". World Literature Today. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
- ^ "Teach Me How to Whisper – Syracuse University Press". Retrieved 2024-07-14.
- ^ "Angela de Leo ci parla della poesia di Gjeke Marinaj, candidato al Nobel". 7 May 2024.
- ^ "Motherhood, War and Love: The Rich Tapestry of Poetry - Different Truths". 4 May 2024.
- ^ www.daljin.or.kr http://www.daljin.or.kr/bbs/zboard.php?id=notice&page=1&sn1=&divpage=1.&sn=off&ss=on&sc=on&select_arrange=headnum&desc=asc&no=317. Retrieved 2024-12-15.
{{cite web}}: Missing or empty|title=(help) - ^ admin. "Teach Me How to Whisper Receives Major Romanian Literary Prize". Retrieved 2024-12-15.
- ^ Publisher, Tracy Steffenson (2024-10-31). "Review: "Teach Me How to Whisper: Horses and Other Poems"". Poteau Daily News. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
- ^ admin. "Teach Me How to Whisper Receives Major Romanian Literary Prize". Retrieved 2024-12-14.
- ^ 기자, 정현수 (2021-10-05). ""작가 기본 의무는 진실을 말하는 것"". 경남도민일보 (in Korean). Retrieved 2024-12-14.
- ^ ExLibris (2024-02-19). "Khosiyat Rustam në bisedë me Gjekë Marinaj: Një vështrim intim në mendjen e një poeti". ExLibris. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
- ^ "【專題】九月到淡水 與詩相遇-2023淡水福爾摩莎國際詩歌節". tkutimes.tku.edu.tw (in Chinese (Taiwan)). Retrieved 2024-12-14.
- ^ "Il candidato Nobel Gjeke Marinaj illustre ospite per "Incontriamo la Poesia"". CoratoViva (in Italian). 2023-05-30. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
External links
[edit]Category:2023 poetry books Category:Albanian poetry Category:American poetry collections Category:Albanian-American literature