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Ben Okri: Inside the mind of a poet

23/02/2021 GMT

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The Nigerian writer on how a poem forms in his mind and makes its way onto the page

The Nigerian poet and author takes us on the journey of a poem from his mind to the page, and reflects on the poet’s 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 BBC’s 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 BBC World Service
Image by Mat Bray

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