Dog Poems Shazea Quraishi “Marked by a distinctive combination

“Marked by a distinctive combination of savagery and ennui

seen through the eye of history

nuanced debut

Theo Dorgan has previously translated two of her collections into English: Barefoot Souls (ARC

works of art

Dog Poems Shazea Quraishi “Marked by a distinctive combinationSince prehistory, dogs have served as man's best friend, giving us loyalty, assistance and boundless inspiration. Dogs offer comfort and amusement to their owners; they provide solace when we're sad, entertaining antics when we're bored and affection every day. To poets in particular, these beloved creatures are the most bountiful muses, as they bark, yip, hunt, fetch, growl and slumber, reflecting back at us our most heartfelt tenderness and often