Istiadat al-madi (Recalling the Past) by Jabir Usfur is a critical study focusing on protest poetry within the context of the Arab Nahda (renaissance) movement. The work examines the intersection of literary expression and socio-political consciousness in modern Arabic verse. Usfur analyzes how poets engaged with themes of memory, identity, and resistance, situating their work within broader cultural and historical currents. Drawing on extensive textual analysis, the book offers insights into the evolution of poetic discourse during a transformative period in Arab intellectual history. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars and students interested in Arabic literary criticism and the role of poetry in shaping collective consciousness.