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This episode takes a closer look at Khaled Juma's poignant poem, 'O Rascal Children of Gaza.' .
Written in response to the violence during Operation Protective Edge in 2014, the poem heartbreakingly laments the loss of Gaza's children. The episode highlights the poem's structure, the use of juxtaposition between joyful past and sorrowful present, and its stark portrayal of the silence that follows tragedy. Juma's work is analysed for its simplicity and powerful emotional appeal, showcasing the resilience and grief of the Palestinian people. The poem stands as a testament to the devastating impact of conflict on innocent lives and the unyielding spirit of Palestinian resistance and identity.
Listen to more Palestinian poetry:
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The Music In This Week's Episode:
'Echoes' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
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Donation Link:
Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign: http://www.ipsc.ie/support/donate
This episode takes a closer look at Khaled Juma's poignant poem, 'O Rascal Children of Gaza.' .
Written in response to the violence during Operation Protective Edge in 2014, the poem heartbreakingly laments the loss of Gaza's children. The episode highlights the poem's structure, the use of juxtaposition between joyful past and sorrowful present, and its stark portrayal of the silence that follows tragedy. Juma's work is analysed for its simplicity and powerful emotional appeal, showcasing the resilience and grief of the Palestinian people. The poem stands as a testament to the devastating impact of conflict on innocent lives and the unyielding spirit of Palestinian resistance and identity.
Listen to more Palestinian poetry:
Listen to the Episode on Mahmoud Darwish
Listen to the Episode on Fadwa Tuqan
Listen to the Episode on Najwan Darwish
Listen to the Episode on Noor Hindi
Follow the Podcast:
Read the Script on Substack
Follow the Podcast On Instagram
Follow the Podcast on X/Twitter
Follow the Podcast on Tiktok
The Music In This Week's Episode:
'Echoes' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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