Syria Speaks
Subtitle: Art and Cultures from the Frontline
Publisher: Saqi Books
Published: 2014
Language: eng
Number of pages: 328
ISBN-13: 9780863567872
Subjects: Arabic literature; Syrians; Syria, history
Description: "In Syria, culture has become a critical line of defence against tyranny. Syria Speaks is a celebration of a people determined to reclaim their dignity, freedom and self-expression. It showcases the work of over fifty artists and writers who are challenging the culture of violence in Syria. Their literature, poems and songs, cartoons, political posters and photographs document and interpret the momentous changes that have shifted the frame of reality so drastically in Syria. Moving and inspiring, Syria Speaks is testament to the courage, creativity and imagination of the Syrian people."--Publisher's description.