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Somalia's poets keep hope alive for storytelling and for peace
Somalia is often called a nation of poets, but decades of conflict have left its cultural heritage in jeopardy. Now, a fading generation of masters is offering a message of peace and trying to keep oral poetry alive.
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CLEAN : Music icon Bob Dylan wins Nobel Literature Prize (2)
US music legend Bob Dylan wins the Nobel Literature Prize the first songwriter to win the prestigious award in a decision that stunned prize watchers
BBC
Bbc Poetry Out Loud: Talking Turkeys! By Benjamin Zephaniah
The perfect piece of poetry to study during the Thanksgiving and Christmas season. Watch as Zephaniah recites his poem on behalf of turkeys everywhere.
BBC
Bbc: Poetry Out Loud Lady Lazarus by Sylvia Plath
Contains a copy of Sylvia Plath's poem "Lady Lazarus" as well as an oral reading of the poem. Site is provided by the BBC and requires Real Player.
BBC
Bbc: Poetry Out Loud After Reading a Child's Guide to Modern Physics by Auden
Contains a copy of W.H.Auden's poem "After Reading a Child's Guide to Modern Physics" as well as an oral reading of the poem. Site is provided by the BBC and requires Real Player.
BBC
Bbc Poetry Out Loud: Miss World by Benjamin Zephaniah
This Rasta poet has a word or two about beauty contests. Listen and follow along as the author recites this poem about true beauty.