'This is some of the most beautiful poetry in the world ...
Timeless.' Tracy Emin'Vividly conveys the richness and diversity of a culture more closely related to our own than we realise.' Prospect
'The range of female poets from radically different eras is extraordinary, as is how fearlessly they speak about their desires.' Mona Eltahawy
'A unique anthology that transcends love and liberation' Moris Farhi
'Al-Udhari's effort to clarify this subject really does fill a gap and contributes to a more balanced discussion that the works about women in the modern Arab world allow.' Folklore Bulletin - Ohio State University
'The very process of anthologizing the names of so many unfamiliar poets has provided a useful historical survey.' Roger Allen (MESA Bulletin)
'An outspoken and controversial book that provides many moments for both enjoyment and reflection.' Denys Johnston-Davies (Al Ahram)
