Mahmoud Darwish was the Palestinian national poet. His poems display a brilliant acuity, a passion for and openness to the world and, above all, a deep and abiding humanity. This book presents a translation of two of Darwish's later works.

Written by one of the most acclaimed contemporary poets in the Arab world, who is often cited as the poetic voice of the Palestinian people, this diary records his observations and feelings as Israel attacked Gaza and Lebanon.

Mahmoud Darwish is a literary rarity: at once critically acclaimed as one of the most important poets in the Arabic language, and beloved as the voice of his people. This collection spans Darwish's entire career, nearly four decades, revealing a wide range of expression and form.

A bilingual Arabic-English edition which includes translation of three books: The Stranger's Bed , A State of Siege , and Don't Apologise for What You've Done .

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