The Phenomenon of Intertextuality in The Scent of Dust, A Collection of Poetry by Ibrāhīm Miftāḥ

Abstract

This research aims to examine the intertextuality present in Ibrāhīm Miftāh’s poetry, exploring the diverse ideas and visions conveyed in his contemporary poetic texts. The study seeks to shed light on the various forms of intertextuality found in Miftāh’s poetry, considering it as a transcendent element within the text, both theoretically and methodologically. It conducts a textual analysis specifically focusing on Miftāh’s collection titled The Scent of Dust. The significance of this study lies in its comprehensive and independent analysis of an artistic phenomenon within Miftāh’s poetry that has not been thoroughly examined before. The study consists of an introduction and three sections. The first section examines intertextuality in relation to literature, the second section explores intertextuality in connection with history, and the third section investigates intertextuality in relation to folklore. The research has yielded several noteworthy findings, including: the poet demonstrates the ability to seamlessly incorporate multiple forms of intertextuality within a single poetic text, showcasing his poetic prowess. Additionally, Miftāh’s poetic texts exhibit an openness to cultural, cognitive, religious, historical, and other references, which contribute to enriching the poetic experience and generating novel connotations. This infusion of diverse references imparts credibility, realism, and strength to the poet's expressions.