I: New and Selected Poems
- 224 páginas
- 8 horas de lectura
Shows the reader both the closeness of the enemy and the poet's inherent courage, inventiveness, and joy.
Toi Derricotte Libros
Toi Derricotte es una autora cuya poesía profundiza en temas personales y sociales con inquebrantable honestidad. Su obra a menudo explora facetas de la identidad, la raza y la experiencia femenina, manteniendo una voz poderosa e introspectiva. Los versos de Derricotte son reconocidos por su resonancia emocional y su dicción meticulosamente elaborada que atrae al lector al corazón de su contemplación. Su legado literario reside en su valiente examen de las complejas dimensiones de la existencia humana, traduciendo estas indagaciones en verso cautivador.
Exploring the complexities of human relationships, this collection of new and selected poems delves into the interplay of toughness and tenderness in intimate connections. The work showcases a rich tapestry of emotions and experiences, revealing the depth and beauty found within the intricacies of love and friendship. Through vivid language and evocative imagery, the poems invite readers to reflect on the profound nature of human bonds.
Through the perspective of a light-skinned black woman and poet, this account offers a profound exploration of race in America. It confronts and redefines preconceived notions of identity, challenging readers to reconsider their understanding of blackness, whiteness, and humanity itself. The narrative is both courageous and thought-provoking, making it a unique contribution to discussions on race.