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Imprisoned Syrian Wrote Poetry Imagining the Fall of the Regime. Now it's Come True

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Poetry as a Form of Resistance in Confinement

This chapter delves into the deep connection between poetry and freedom, illustrated through the experiences of a Syrian poet who faced torture in prison. It highlights how poetry became a refuge and a means of resistance, showcasing the contrast between oppression and the liberating power of creative expression.

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