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Stone Dreams

Akram Aylisli's novella, Stone Dreams, sparks a hate campaign in his native Azerbaijan. A pro-government party offers a reward to anyone who slices off the author's ear.

Akram Aylisli's novella, Stone Dreams, sparks a hate campaign in his native Azerbaijan. A pro-government party offers a reward to anyone who slices off the author's ear.

Nigerian music and movies enjoy international recognition, but what about the contemporary art scene? Nigerian artist Edosa Ogiugo on the challenges facing artists in the country.

The Strand visits the US mining town of Elko now which has just held its annual Cowboy Poetry Gathering. The event is now in its 29th year and as well as celebrating verse that reflects the life of the cowboy there's also a focus on cooking, dance and music.

Image: 成人快手 Azeri.

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18 minutes

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Thu 14 Feb 2013 12:32GMT

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Chapters

  • Stone Dreams

    In Azerbaijan, Akram Aylisli's novella sparks a hate campaign.

    Duration: 04:15

  • Nigerian contemporary art

    Artist Edosa Ogiugo on the challenges facing artists in Nigeria.

    Duration: 05:46

  • Cowboy Poetry Gathering

    The event celebrating verse that reflects the life of the cowboy.

    Duration: 07:27

Broadcasts

  • Wed 13 Feb 2013 20:32GMT
  • Thu 14 Feb 2013 03:32GMT
  • Thu 14 Feb 2013 09:32GMT
  • Thu 14 Feb 2013 12:32GMT