‘Tissue’ by Imtiaz Dharker is a beautifully thoughtful poem about the power paper has in human lives and how, by understanding it, one can also understand humanity.
Imtiaz Dharker's poetry, including 'Tissue,' showcases her distinctive style and thematic concerns. Her poetry often explores themes of identity, memory, and the power of everyday objects. In this poem, Dharker's poetic voice shines through as she contemplates the delicate nature of paper and its connection to human stories. Her unique perspective, shaped by her Pakistani heritage and her experiences as a woman, adds depth and richness to her poetry, making her an important voice in contemporary literature.
Paper that lets the light
shine through, this
is what could alter things.