Farzaneh Khojandi‘s poetry is full of wit, subverting he rich tradition of Persian literature with humour and an undeniable playfulness. She is considered the most interesting and exciting contemporary poet writing in Persian (Farsi, Tajik). He work has won her a massive following in Afghanistan and in Tajikistan she is often referred to as the counties most important living writer.
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