Manhattan my ass, you're in Oakland

Autor*innen

• Judy Juanita

Parameter

• 104 Seiten
• 4 Lesestunden

• Belletristik
• Poesie

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Exploring the emotional landscape of Oakland, this poetry collection delves into themes of urban identity, gentrification, and cultural resilience. The verses range from blues and sonnets to protest poetry, infused with humor and sharp wordplay. Influenced by notable poets, the collection captures the raw edges of life in a city under siege, where racial and cultural identities collide with language's power. The title poem serves as a passionate outcry against gentrification, portraying Oakland as a battleground for its marginalized communities.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2018
• Einband: Paperback