POEMS ON THE TRAGEDY of KARBALA
By Narjis Khan, Zainab Ali and Arzu Merali
Every Day and Every Land: Poems on the Tragedy of Karbala brings together three very different poets, united in their retelling of this seismic event in the history of Islam and Muslims.
These events have spawned vast literatures including and especially poetry across many languages. Writing directly in English, the poets also connect the events of 7th century Arabia with the events of the world today.
This volume is a contribution to the developing English canon.
All three write in English and bring traditional and modern styles to the topic. There is a style here, for everyone.
Zainab Kazim, uses traditional rhyme schemes to bring epic vistas vividly to life.
Narjis Khan, brings a modern take on traditional forms, connecting current world injustices with the epic of Karbala.
Arzu Merali’s free verse links current oppressions with the universal message of struggle found in the story of Ashura.
• Pub date 9th June 2026
• Price £6 (UK)
• ISBN 978-1-0682491-0-5
• Binding Paperback
• Format 127 x 203mm
• Pages 60
• Publisher Amirali Publishing House
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“This is an excellent work which has long been missing in English. Through these verses, the tragedy of Karbala transcends history to remain a vital pulse of conscience in our world today.
It stands as an eternal beacon, inspiring every struggle against oppression and every stand for justice, in every land.”
Shaikh Mohammed Saeed, Bahmanpour“Every Day and Every Land is not merely a book of poetry which commemorates the calamity of Karbala and its immediate aftermath but also is a means of furthering the acculturation of Islamic values within the Anglophone context.”
Dawud Walid, Michigan, U.S.A