Description

Written for a historic presidential inauguration, this stirring spoken-word poem reflects on a nation shaped by conflict, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of justice. Rather than portraying America as perfect, it embraces the hard, unfinished work of progress and calls on people to meet division with courage, humility, and hope. Through vivid imagery, rhythmic language, and a powerful personal voice, the poem transforms a national moment into an invitation to keep climbing toward a more inclusive and united future.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Penguin Random House

Published Jan 1, 2021

32 pages

ISBN: 9781473596542

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Details

First Published

2021

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for The Hill We Climb by Amanda Gorman.

Racism/Discrimination
Violence
War/Trauma