Bearing Witness to Becoming: Deleuzian Nomadism and the Palestinian Experience in Tasting the Sky
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.33806/ijaes.v25i2.750Keywords:
Deleuze, deterritorialization, fluid identities, Ibtisam Barakat, nomadism, rhizomatic narrativesAbstract
This paper examines Deleuzian nomadism and its role in understanding the Palestinian experience as reflected in Ibtisam Barakat’s Tasting the Sky: A Palestinian Childhood (2007). The article draws on key Deleuzian concepts, including rhizomatic narratives, fluid identities, and deterritorialization. While Barakat’s novel focuses on childhood experiences in Ramallah during the Israeli occupation, the lens of Deleuzian nomadism that this study applies helps unveil the intricate ways in which Palestinian identity evolves amidst political conflict. The study shows how the memoir’s non-linear storytelling, aspects of fluidity, and deterritorialization create an immersive experience for the readers, allowing them to explore the complexities of community life and break free from fixed structures and established hierarchies. By engaging with Deleuzian concepts, the reader gains a richer understanding of the Palestinian experience, one that recognizes the crucial role of fluidity, resistance, and diverse cultural narratives in shaping Palestinian identity.
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