Coming of Age: An Introduction to Somali Metrics

Coming of Age: An Introduction to Somali Metrics

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Publisher's Synopsis

In this well researched study, Farah A Gamuute reveals the various uses of the metrical unit in Somali Poetry and the interaction between the metrical unit, music and the language. 64 genres or measures were identified and fully analysed; the number of genres possible in Somali poetry is still being counted and three new genres have been identified while awaiting publication of this volume.

Book information

ISBN: 9788888934471
Publisher: African Books Collective
Imprint: Ponte Invisible (Redsea Cultural Foundation)
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 286
Weight: 689g
Height: 297mm
Width: 210mm
Spine width: 15mm