I like this poem by Kwame Dawes.
I normally shy away from lengthy poems, but this one was so story-like. It instantly drew me in and kept my attention. It was not difficult to read, nor did it have convoluted grammar.
It talks of race and history and legend.
I would like to hear the poem read aloud. I think that could only add to its dramatic presence.
Favorite line: "one of / those black men you know never / had a doubt that he is a man and strong"
Sunday, May 19, 2013
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