Abstract
ABSTRACT This article analyzes the significance of Khaled Mattawa’s collection of poems, Mare Nostrum (2019), a lyrical documentation of illegal migration. Mattawa’s poetry integrates information and poetic form to bear witness to the plight of migrants and confront the issue of indifference and forgetfulness. The article argues that poetry can serve as a powerful tool to humanize the migrant experience, raising awareness and mobilizing global consciousness. By examining the political and aesthetic dimensions of Mattawa’s poetic documentation, the article demonstrates that literature has the potential to inspire free thought, challenge indifference and confront injustices surrounding migration. Overall, the article highlights the capacity of poetry to give voice to those whose epistemic agency is damaged and promote empathy and understanding among readers.
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