Nizar Qabbani has a way of capturing the essence of love in his poems; romantic love, love for one's culture, love for life. We're happy to have Hashim back on the podcast and to welcome Cooper as they talk about Qabbani's work and how the Arabic language transforms poetry.

Arabic and English recitations at 1:41.

Versology is a student led podcast from Middlesex University Dubai producing episodes each month featuring students of the university's Poetry Club. Follow us on Instagram @mdxpoetry for updates and original work by our members! Cover art by Anusuya Subramanian.