Abstract
The aim of this thesis is to look at the concepts of imitation and originality in the works of al-Ḥājj ʿUmar ibn Abī Bakr ibn ʿUthmān Krachi (ca 1856–1934) through the analysis of his four poems. These poems are based on the three main genres of Arabic poetry: panegyric (madīḥ), satire (hijāʾ), and eulogy (rithāʾ). My analysis of these poems is limited to structure, theme and content in order to explore the various ways in which our author imitates the classical mode of poetic composition and at the same time provides his readers with a picture of a different cultural component. The thesis also includes an appendix of critical editions and translations of the four poems. I have edited the poems and suggested emendations where relevant.
Department
Arab & Islamic Civilizations Department
Degree Name
MA in Arabic Studies
Graduation Date
2-1-2016
Submission Date
June 2016
First Advisor
Talib, Adam
Committee Member 1
Ghazoul, Ferial
Committee Member 2
Muehlhaeusler, Mark
Extent
200 p.
Document Type
Master's Thesis
Rights
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Institutional Review Board (IRB) Approval
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Recommended Citation
APA Citation
Gabid, J.
(2016).Imitation and Originality in Four Poems by al-Hạ̄jjʿUmar ibn AbīBakr ibn ʿUthmān Krachi (ca 1856–1934) [Master's Thesis, the American University in Cairo]. AUC Knowledge Fountain.
https://fount.aucegypt.edu/etds/303
MLA Citation
Gabid, Jibril Abubakr. Imitation and Originality in Four Poems by al-Hạ̄jjʿUmar ibn AbīBakr ibn ʿUthmān Krachi (ca 1856–1934). 2016. American University in Cairo, Master's Thesis. AUC Knowledge Fountain.
https://fount.aucegypt.edu/etds/303