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title: "In The Presence Of Absence"
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# 4.7/5 Rating from 162 Reviews Top 15 in Middle Eastern Poetry & Literature Top #14,055 Bestseller In The Presence Of Absence

**Price:** 5997 kr
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## Summary

> 📖 Elevate your bookshelf with the poetic pulse of a cultural icon!

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- **What is this?** In The Presence Of Absence
- **How much does it cost?** 5997 kr with free shipping
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## Key Features

- • **Seamless Shopping Experience:** Fast, free shipping with easy returns and cash on delivery options for your convenience.
- • **Timeless Literary Masterpiece:** Experience the profound poetry of Mahmoud Darwish, a voice that resonates across cultures and generations.
- • **Critically Acclaimed Bestseller:** Ranked top 15 in Middle Eastern Poetry and Literature, a must-have for discerning readers.
- • **Cultural Bridge Through Translation:** Brings the essence of Arabic poetry to a global audience without losing its poetic brilliance.
- • **Perfect Companion for Thought Leaders:** Ideal for professionals seeking depth, cultural insight, and intellectual enrichment.

## Overview

In The Presence Of Absence by Mahmoud Darwish is a critically acclaimed poetry collection ranked among the top 15 in Middle Eastern Poetry and Literature categories. With a stellar 4.7-star rating from 162 reviews, this book offers a profound cultural and intellectual experience, bridging Arabic poetic tradition with global readers through expert translation. Available with fast, free shipping and flexible payment options, it’s a must-have for professionals craving literary depth and cultural connection.

## Description

Buy In The Presence Of Absence by Darwish, Mahmoud, Antoon, Sinan online on desertcart.ae at best prices. ✓ Fast and free shipping ✓ free returns ✓ cash on delivery available on eligible purchase.

Review: Great - Great
Review: Darwish - Mahmoud Darwish never fails to captivate. As with any translation, the beauty of his words wont come through as they do in Arabic, however, they by no means fall short of the brilliance expected of Darwish. I listen fondly to the music of Marcel Khalife, an artist who through music pays tribute to the poetry of Mahmoud Darwish. Any lover of Darwish's work would appreciate Khalife as well. If you don't already listen to Marcel, let me say that he is absolutely essential in understanding Mahmoud's relation to and influence on other artists.

## Features

- Archipelago

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #14,055 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #10 in Middle Eastern Poetry #13 in Religious Poetry #14 in Middle Eastern Literature |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 162 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great
*by P***H on 29 December 2018*

Great

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Darwish
*by J***E on 5 May 2013*

Mahmoud Darwish never fails to captivate. As with any translation, the beauty of his words wont come through as they do in Arabic, however, they by no means fall short of the brilliance expected of Darwish. I listen fondly to the music of Marcel Khalife, an artist who through music pays tribute to the poetry of Mahmoud Darwish. Any lover of Darwish's work would appreciate Khalife as well. If you don't already listen to Marcel, let me say that he is absolutely essential in understanding Mahmoud's relation to and influence on other artists.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lektüre für zwischendurch
*by S***I on 8 August 2023*

Seine Worte sind erfüllt von Liebe und Schmerz. Ein großartiger Autor.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-02-05*