Description
- Publisher : Cambridge University Press (21 March 2019); Cambridge University Press
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 278 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1107035473
- ISBN-13 : 978-1107035478
- Item Weight : 590 g
- Dimensions : 15.88 x 2.54 x 22.86 cm
₹10,620.00
Uncover the rich and vital legacy of African American poetry, a cornerstone of American literary history often underappreciated. This compelling survey charts the evolution of Black poetic voices from the earliest slave songs to contemporary hip-hop, showcasing canonical figures and revolutionary, lesser-known poets. Delve into how music, women, innovation, and art fueled political expression, advocating for a broadened literary canon. Essential for students of world literature, poetry aficionados, and those keen on cultural studies, this history illuminates the profound, enduring impact of African American verse on national identity and global literary discourse.
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