The stallions of eloquence

"Fuhul Al-Balagha" is a poetic journey that takes the reader to the heart of the golden ages of Arabic literature. Muhammad Tawfiq Al-Bakri has collected the masterpieces of eight of the greatest poets who have immortalized their names in the annals of eloquence and fluency, such as Al-Buhturi, Al-Mutanabbi, and Abu Al-Ala Al-Ma'arri. In this book, the reader encounters a variety of poetic genres; from the explicit love poetry of Muslim ibn Al-Walid, "the slain of the seductresses," to the satire and praise for which Abu Nuwas was famous at the court of Harun Al-Rashid, to the profound wisdom and contemplation that characterized Abu Al-Ala Al-Ma'arri in his seclusion. The book is not merely a selection of poetry; it is a living testament to the genius of Arabic poetry and its ability to depict human emotions and embody the spirit of the times. It is a work that combines literary pleasure and intellectual benefit, offering the reader the opportunity to immerse themselves in the seas of immortal poetry that remains vibrant, regardless of the ages.

محمد توفيق البكري (1850–1932م) شاعر وصوفي مصري. كان شيخ مشايخ الطرق الصوفية. عُرف بوطنيته ومشاركته في الحياة العامة. وترك ديوان شعر يعكس الروح الدينية والوطنية.