Honorée Fanonne Jeffers è un'autrice la cui opera si addentra nelle profondità della cultura, della religione, della razza e della famiglia. La sua poesia è celebrata per il suo acuto esame di questi aspetti fondamentali dell'esperienza umana. Attraverso la sua scrittura, esplora le complesse connessioni e storie che plasmano le nostre vite. La sua opera rappresenta un contributo significativo alla letteratura contemporanea, offrendo ai lettori un'esperienza ricca e stimolante.
To come to terms with who she is and what she wants, Ailey, the daughter of an accomplished doctor and a strict schoolteacher, embarks on a journey through her family's past, helping her embrace her full heritage, which is the story of the Black experience in itself
"A collection of original poems speaking to the life and times of Phillis Wheatley, a Colonial America-era poet brought to Boston as a slave"-- Provided by publisher
Focusing on the journeys and possibilities of Black women, this nonfiction debut delves into their experiences throughout American history and in modern society. The author, known for her acclaimed fiction, offers a personal and thought-provoking exploration that highlights the unique challenges and triumphs faced by Black women, making it a significant contribution to the discourse on race and gender.