Explore the profound legacy of Mahmoud Darwish with “In the Presence of Absence,” a masterful self-elegy penned at the height of his creativity. This acclaimed National Translation Award winner beautifully merges prose and poetry, exploring the intricate dance between life and death, home and exile. Darwish’s timeless verses offer lyrical meditations on love, longing, and memory, creating a unique space where opposites converge. Essential reading for admirers of world poetry and those seeking powerful explorations of identity and belonging, this collection offers a poignant farewell that resonates deeply across cultures.