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Black Nature: Four Centuries Of African American Nature Poetry
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Black Nature Is The First Anthology To Focus On Nature Writing By African American Poets, A Genre That Until Now Has Not Commonly Been Counted As One In Which African American Poets Have Participated.Black Poets Have A Long Tradition Of Incorporating Treatments Of The Natural World Into Their Work, But It Is Often Read As Political, Historical, Or Protest Poetryanything But Nature Poetry. This Is Particularly True When The Definition Of What Constitutes Nature Writing Is Limited To Work About The Pastoral Or The Wild.Camille T. Dungy Has Selected 180 Poems From 93 Poets That Provide Unique Perspectives On American Social And Literary History To Broaden Our Concept Of Nature Poetry And African American Poetics. This Collection Features Major Writers Such As Phillis Wheatley, Rita Dove, Yusef Komunyakaa, Gwendolyn Brooks, Sterling Brown, Robert Hayden, Wanda Coleman, Natasha Trethewey, And Melvin B. Tolson As Well As Newer Talents Such As Douglas Kearney, Major Jackson, And Janice Harrington. Included Are Poets Writing Out Of Slavery, Reconstruction, The Harlem Renaissance, The Black Arts Movement, And Late Twentieth And Early Twentyfirstcentury African American Poetic Movements.Black Nature Brings To The Fore A Neglected And Vital Means Of Considering Poetry By African Americans And Naturerelated Poetry As A Whole.A Friends Fund Publication.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Black Nature: Four Centuries of African American Nature Poetry'? A: The main theme of 'Black Nature' is to showcase nature writing by African American poets, highlighting how their work often intersects with themes of history, politics, and social justice.
- Q: Who is the author of this anthology? A: The anthology is authored by Professor Camille T. Dungy, who has curated a selection of 180 poems from 93 different poets.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 432 pages.
- Q: What types of poets are featured in this anthology? A: The anthology features a diverse range of poets, including well-known writers such as Phillis Wheatley, Gwendolyn Brooks, and newer voices like Douglas Kearney.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on December 1, 2009.
- Q: In what format is 'Black Nature' available? A: The anthology is available in paperback format.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Black Nature' is suitable for academic study as it provides valuable insights into African American poetry and nature writing, making it a useful resource for literature courses.
- Q: What makes this anthology unique? A: This anthology is unique because it specifically focuses on African American poets' contributions to nature writing, a genre often overlooked in discussions of poetry.
- Q: Can this book be used for teaching purposes? A: Yes, educators can use this anthology for teaching purposes, as it includes a wide range of historical and contemporary works that can enrich discussions about poetry and cultural perspectives.
- Q: What condition is the book in if purchased used? A: If purchased used, the book is listed in 'Good' condition, indicating that it may show some signs of wear but is still readable.