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More copies of this ISBN:Other titles in the San Francisco Poet Laureate series:San Francisco Poet Laureate #03: Where River Meets Oceanby Devorah Major
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:This collection of poetry begins with the poet's inaugural address as Laureate of San Francisco, a sparkling essay that shows how poetry can please and empower. Strong, introspective and caring, major's poems capture the challenge and joy of being an artist, as they survey the political and social landscapes of one of America's favorite cities. Review:"What distinguishes the poetry of devorah major is the fierce compassion
it offers, the sure-footed clear-hearted vision she brings to the painful
and lovely complexities of the human predicament." Timothy Seibles Synopsis:This collection of poetry begins with the poet's inaugural address as Laureate of San Francisco, a lively essay that shows how poetry can empower people and their communities. Strong, introspective and caring, her poems capture the life of the city, especially the black community, as well as the challenge of and joy of being an artist. Synopsis:This collection of poetry begins with the poet's inaugural address as Laureate of San Francisco, a sparkling essay that shows how poetry can please and empower. Strong, introspective and caring, major's poems capture the challenge and joy of being an artist, as they survey the political and social landscapes of one of America's favorite cities. "A visionary of hope, with a heart big enough to embrace every neighborhood, street and alley in this magical and -poetical city. Here is a poet who shoots straight as Cupid's arrow. Zing! Right to the heart."-Alejandro Murgua devorah majoris a poet, novelist, and essayist who has published prize-winning works of fiction and poetry. Among her books are Open Weave,Brown Glass Windows, and Street Smarts. She lives in San Francisco and works as an editor and arts administrator. About the Authordevorah major is an African-American poet, novelist, essayist, and teacher. She is the current Poet Laureate of San Francisco. Among her books Brown Glass Windows, Open Weave, street smarts, and Where River Meets Ocean. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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