Draft:Teach Me How to Whisper: Horses and Other Poems

Teach Me How to Whisper: Horses and Other Poems is a poetry collection by Albanian-born American poet Gjekë Marinaj, published by Syracuse University Press on November 15, 2023. The book, which is Marinaj's first collection translated into English, explores themes of home, love, existentialism, and the human experience.

Overview
Teach Me How to Whisper is divided into nine sections: Home, Albania, Amor, Admonitions, Acheron, Heroines, Metaphysics, Poets, and the Earth. Each section delves into different aspects of life and philosophy, reflecting Marinaj's rich poetic craft and sensitivity to both inner and outer worlds. The vibrant red cover of the book invites readers to explore the depth and breadth of human emotions and experiences.

Critical Reception
The book has received acclaim from various literary critics and scholars. Wayne Miller, author of The City, Our City, describes it as "an exciting addition to Albanian literature-in-translation and, more broadly, to world poetry." Angela De Leo of DaBitanto praises it as "a beacon for all of humanity and for the young people who will write the history, including the literary history, of the near future." The review in Apraksin Blues highlights Marinaj's "worldwide reputation" and his "sensitivity to inner worlds and other worldliness." Different Truths emphasizes the book's exploration of the richness of the human experience across its nine sections.

Author
Gjekë Marinaj is a renowned poet, literary critic, translator, and scholar. Born in Albania, Marinaj's most celebrated poem, "Horses," played a significant role in the democratic movements of his homeland. He has received numerous international accolades, including two National Insignia Prizes from the Vietnam Writers’ Association, Italy’s International Author Prize, Uzbekistan’s Poet of the World Prize, West Bengal’s World Poet Prize, India’s ISISAR Award for seeking peace through literature, and South Korea’s Changwon KC International Literary Prize. Marinaj has also been nominated multiple times for the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Publication Details

 * Publisher: Syracuse University Press
 * Publication Date: November 15, 2023
 * Language: English
 * Paperback: 223 pages
 * ISBN-10: 0815611633
 * ISBN-13: 978-0815611639
 * Item Weight: 2.31 pounds
 * Dimensions: 5 x 0.75 x 8 inches