Poetry eBook

Born in Lebanon and brought to the United States by his father as a teenager, Ameen Rihani was a pioneer in the literary movement of Mahjar (Arab diaspora) literature. During his lifetime, he published two volumes of original English-language poetry, titled Myrtle and Myrrh (1905) and A Chant of Mystics and Other Poems (1921). Major themes explored in Rihani's poetry include Orientalism, mysticism, and cultural encounters between East and West. This Standard Ebooks edition presents both of Rihani's poetry collections in one volume.

Perfect for readers fascinated by cross-cultural literature and mystical poetry, this collection offers a rare glimpse into the pioneering voice of Arab American literary expression. Rihani's masterful exploration of East-West cultural encounters and spiritual themes makes this essential reading for anyone interested in diaspora literature and the rich tradition of Mahjar poetry.