Religion, Mysticism and Modern Arabic Literature

by Reuven Snir

One of the significant phenomena in modern Arabic literature since the 1960s has been the use of mystical concepts, figures and motifs for the expression of contemporary experiences, philosophies and ideologies. The book investigates this phenomenon mainly with regard to the creative poetic process and the use of literary masks. It also deals with the complicated relationship between Arabic literature and Islam as well as with the literary activities...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3447053259
• ISBN13: 9783447053259
• Release Date: September 2006
• Publisher: Harrassowitz
• Length: 178 Pages