Perfect Black
- 106pages
- 4 heures de lecture
Acclaimed author Crystal Wilkinson's country roots and passion for language combine in this collection of lyrics and prose about Blackness, racism, and political awareness.
Nikky Finney Livres
L'œuvre de Nikky Finney est issue d'un riche héritage familial d'activisme et d'éducation, offrant des récits littéraires de moments cruciaux de l'histoire américaine. Son écriture fournit des perspectives intimes à la première personne, donnant vie à l'esprit des mouvements des droits civiques et des arts noirs. À travers sa poésie et sa prose, Finney explore les thèmes de l'identité, de l'héritage et de la justice sociale avec une voix distinctive qui résonne profondément. Elle est une chroniqueuse importante de l'expérience afro-américaine, tissant le contexte historique avec une profonde perspicacité personnelle.
Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts
- 256pages
- 9 heures de lecture
"A lyrical culinary journey that explores the hidden stories of Black Appalachians through powerful essays and forty comforting recipes from the Poet Laureate of Kentucky. Years ago, when O. Henry Prize-winning writer Crystal Wilkinson was baking a jam cake, she felt her late grandmother's presence. She soon realized that she was not the only cook in her kitchen; There were an abundance of ancestors stirring, measuring, and braising with her. These are her kitchen ghosts, five generations of Black women who arrived in her region of Appalachia and made a life, a legacy, and a cuisine. Part food memoir, part cookbook, Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts weaves fiction with historical records, memories, and interviews to present a unique culinary portrait of Black Appalachians. Forty recipes rooted deep in the past yet full of contemporary flavor are brought to vivid life through stunning photography and beautiful illustrations. You'll find delicious favorites such as Corn Pudding, Chicken and Dumplings, Jam Cake, and Praisesong Biscuits woven into the narrative of Crystal's family, portraying the experience and history of Black Appalachians through their voice, spirit, and foodways. As the keeper of her family's stories and treasured dishes, Crystal shares her inheritance in Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts. She found these stories woven into her apron pockets, floating inside the steam of hot mustard greens, and tucked into the sweet scent of clove and cinnamon in her kitchen. Crystal conjures up her ancestors every time she cooks, honoring the mothers who came before her, the land that housed generations of her family, and the untold heritage of Black Appalachia"-- Provided by publisher
The World Is Round
- 128pages
- 5 heures de lecture
Exploring the cycles of life, this collection of poetry captures the essence of memory and human experience. Through nuanced verses, it reflects on the complexities of family life, the enduring impact of memories, and the vibrant atmosphere of the South. Each poem serves as a window into the emotional landscape of existence, blending sweetness with moments of surprise. Nikky Finney's lyrical craftsmanship invites readers to embrace the richness of their own memories and experiences.
Heartwood
- 96pages
- 4 heures de lecture
The expanded anniversary edition features a new preface by Finney, offering insights on life and understanding. It encourages readers to live boldly and to appreciate the inherent goodness surrounding them, highlighting the importance of recognition and acceptance in our daily lives.
The poems in Nikky Finney’s breathtaking collection Head Off & Split sustain a sensitive and intense dialogue with emblematic figures and events in African American life: from civil rights matriarch Rosa Parks to former secretary of state Condoleezza Rice, from a brazen girl strung out on lightning to a terrified woman abandoned on a rooftop during Hurricane Katrina.