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Ben Okri

The Nigerian poet and author takes us on the journey of a poem from his mind to the page, and reflects on the poet鈥檚 role in the 21st century.

In the Studio enters the creative mind of the celebrated Nigerian poet and author Ben Okri.

Ben takes us on the journey of a new poem as it forms in his mind and makes its way to the page. Coinciding with a newly published anthology of his poems, A Fire in My Head, he reflects on the poetry writing process and the role of the poet in the 21st century.

Through a mixture of audio diary recorded in London during lockdown and in conversation with the 91热爆鈥檚 Bola Mosuro, Ben offers an unique insight into his way of bringing one of the most ancient literary forms to life.

Presented by Bola Mosuro
Produced by Neil McCarthy for the 91热爆 World Service
Image by Mat Bray

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27 minutes

Last on

Tue 23 Feb 2021 23:32GMT

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