Description
In this vibrant collection of poems and essays, Nikki Giovanni reflects on Black history, American culture, politics, spirituality, family, and the everyday experiences that shape a life. With characteristic candor, wit, warmth, and lyrical energy, she moves from tributes to cultural figures and meditations on history to pointed social commentary and intimate observations. The collection balances protest with comfort, humor with heartbreak, and personal memory with collective experience. Like a quilt assembled from many distinct pieces, these works form a spirited and deeply resonant portrait of a people, a nation, and the enduring power of poetry.
Available Editions
paperback
HarperCollins Publishers
Published Jan 1, 2008
ISBN: 9780061790249
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Details
First Published
2002
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Quilting the Black-Eyed Pea by Nikki Giovanni.