book reviews
Reviews of the best poetry books, collections and anthologies; discover poems and up-and-coming poets across all cultures, genres and themes.
From Baldwin to Marley
During the lockdown, when most of the poems in "Archipelagos" were written, I reread many of the books that shaped my life and work: Garvey's "The Philosophy and Opinions of Marcus Garvey," Cesaire's "Discourse on Colonialism," Fanon's "The Wretched of The Earth," Brathwaite's "The Arrivants," Walcott's "Collected Poems," and Baldwin's "The Fire Next Time." Revisiting these works, reading Amitav Ghosh's "The Nutmeg's Curse" and listening to Bob Marley influenced the poems in “Archipelagos.” "The Archangel's Trumpet," in particular, embodies the ideas of Brathwaite, Baldwin, and the songwriters who provided a subtext for the poems.
By Geoffrey Philp 3 years ago in Poets
"Ignite the Flame: Embracing the Power of Motivation". Content Warning.
POEM EXPLAINED IN DETAIL ! "Embers of Motivation" is a poetic exploration of the power and significance of motivation in our lives. The poem delves into the concept of motivation as a guiding force that ignites our spirits and propels us forward, even in the face of doubt and adversity.
By Poetic pulse3 years ago in Poets
Fading Petals
In a small town nestled among rolling hills, there lived a young woman named Emma. With a heart full of passion and an artist's soul, she found solace in the strokes of her paintbrush and the vibrant colors that danced across her canvas. But beneath her outward creativity, a deeper longing resided—an unrequited love that silently consumed her.
By Daniel Smith O.3 years ago in Poets
