Adonis is the most interesting and important Arab poet and thinker. The Syrian, who lives in Paris, is predestined to comment on the critical situation of Arab countries. In his essays on Arab poetry, politics, culture, and society, Adonis calls for a dialogue between author and reader, which involves listening to each other, reflecting on oneself, and recognizing that no one knows the truth. Adonis thinks politically and feels as a poet. This book provides a key to Arab poetry while also making a surprising and highly interesting connection from poetry to revolution.