Document Type : Research paper

Authors

• amin nazari terizi ¹
• Hasan Najafi ²
• Moosa Arabi ³

¹ shiraz university

² universitu of Farhangian

³ Shiraz University

Abstract

Impressionism, a pivotal artistic movement that originated among painters in the late 19th century, has since permeated the realms of poetry and prose with its distinctive methods and philosophies. Its objective is to capture the essence of objects, evoke mental impressions, and convey the sensory impact of the external world on the writer. Badr Shakir Al-Sayyab (1926-1964), an innovative Iraqi poet of the modern era, crafted poetic narratives that are particularly amenable to contemporary critical scrutiny, notably from the perspective of impressionism. This study aims to identify the principal elements and expressions of impressionism within Al-Sayyab's "Al-Mumis Al-'Amya'" (The Blind Prostitute) and to explore how these elements relate to the narrative's broader themes and implications. Employing Susan Ferguson's theoretical framework, this descriptive-analytical investigation delves into the impressionist components and their manifestations in the aforementioned poetic tale. The research reveals that Al-Sayyab, in line with Ferguson's theory, utilizes ambiguous storytelling techniques, such as elliptical syntax and the metaphorical use of setting, to mirror the characters' thoughts and emotions, thereby critiquing the prevailing issues and crises within Iraqi society. Furthermore, the poet underscores a discourse of religious and revolutionary fervor, articulated through his impressionistic language, as a means to advocate for the liberation of Iraqi society from its challenges.

Main Subjects

• Methodical critique and analysis of literary texts in Arabic New critical approach