The Development of Narrative Intertextuality in Tayfart Poetry

Intertextuality appears in multiple forms—religious, social, historical, and literary. Among these, narrative intertextuality distinguishes itself through its reliance on storytelling, which enables dialogue between different literary traditions. Because narrative inherently conveys cultural meaning, it serves as a bridge through which texts exchange themes, symbols, and voices. Within Amazigh literature, Tayfart poetry exemplifies this dynamic interplay between narrative and poetic expression. Deeply rooted in oral tradition, it reflects the transformation of collective memory into written art. The poet Ibrahim Amhazoun illustrates this process in his poem Tayfart, where he reinterprets the tale of the wolf who devours the sheep while riding on the donkey’s back. By aligning himself with the cunning wolf, Amhazoun recontextualizes a familiar story to explore themes of deception and identity, demonstrating how narrative intertextuality revitalizes inherited motifs. This study examines the development and function of narrative intertextuality in Tayfart poetry, emphasizing its role in linking oral and written forms of Amazigh creativity. It argues that intertextuality extends beyond literary technique to become a mode of cultural continuity—preserving heritage while opening pathways for renewal. Through this perspective, Tayfart poetry emerges as a vital space where oral narrative and modern literary expression converge, allowing the past and present to engage in a sustained cultural conversation