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The New Black (Wesleyan Poetry Series),New
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A Profound And Uplifting Meditation On The Meanings Of Race And Belonging In Americawinner Of The Hurston/Wright Legacy Award (2012)Smart, Grounded, And Lyrical, Evie Shockley'S The New Black Integrates Powerful Ideas About 'Blackness,' Past And Present, Through The Medium Of Beautifully Crafted Verse. The New Black Sees Our Racial Past Inevitably Shaping Our Contemporary Moment, But Struggles To Remember And Reckon With The Impact Of Generational Shifts: What Seemed Impossible To People Not Many Years Agofor Example, The Election Of An African American Presidentwill Have Always Been A Part Of The World Of Children Born In The New Millennium. All Of The Poems Here, Whether Sonnet, Mesostic, Or Deconstructed Blues, Exhibit A Formal Flair. They Speak To The Changes We Have Experienced As A Society In The Last Few Decadeschanges That Often Challenge Our Past Strategies For Resisting Racism And, For African Americans, Ways Of Relating To One Another. The Poems Embrace A Formal Ambiguity That Echoes The Uncertainty These Shifts Produce, While Reveling In Language Play That Enables Readers To 'Laugh To Keep From Crying.' They Move Through Nostalgia, Even As They Insist On Being Alive To The Present And Point Longingly Towards Possible Futures. Check For The Online Reader'S Companion At Http://Http://Thenewblack.Site.Wesleyan.Edu.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The book measures six point eight one inches in length, zero point four inches in width, and nine point four one inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains one hundred twenty-eight pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Evie Shockley.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the category of Black and African American literature.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: You can read this book by simply opening it and enjoying the poems, which include various forms like sonnets and mesostics.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Yes, this book can be appreciated by a wide audience, but may resonate more with adults and mature teens.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores profound themes of race, belonging, and the impacts of generational shifts in America.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place, preferably on a shelf upright to maintain its shape.
- Q: Can this book be damaged easily? A: Yes, like most paperbacks, it can be easily damaged if not handled with care, so avoid exposing it to moisture.
- Q: What should I do if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a return or exchange.
- Q: Does the book come with any online resources? A: Yes, there is an online reader's companion available at the website provided in the book.
- Q: What makes this book unique? A: This book uniquely integrates powerful ideas about race through beautifully crafted verse, reflecting on historical and contemporary issues.
- Q: Is there a specific reading level for this book? A: While there is no specific reading level, the lyrical and thoughtful content may be best suited for mature readers.
- Q: How do I keep the book in good condition? A: To keep the book in good condition, avoid exposing it to direct sunlight and handle it with clean hands.
- Q: Is there a glossary or index in this book? A: No, this book does not contain a glossary or index as it primarily features poetry.