Black Taste, Black Odour

Black Taste, Black Odour is a novel by Yemeni novelist Ali al-Muqri. Published in 2008 by Dar al-Saqi, it was longlisted for the International Prize for Arabic Fiction.

Black Taste, Black Odour
AuthorAli al-Muqri
Original titleطعم أسود ... رائحة سوداء
LanguageArabic
GenreNovel
PublisherDar al-Saqi
Publication date
2008
Publication placeYemen

The book's plot revolves around Yemen's marginalized black community, known as "al-Muhamashīn." It is set in and around Taiz, home to many members of this community.[1] As with many of al-Muqri's works, Black Taste, Black Odour sparked controversy for its frank depictions of sex.

It is regarded as one of the first Yemeni books to focus on al-Muhamashin.[citation needed]

References

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  1. ^ Qaid, Abdulrahman. "Ali al-Muqri: The Novel and the Challenges of Subject". Al-Madaniya. Retrieved 15 July 2023.