Description
This book contains poems by Jackie Kay that deal with a variety of topics, including humor, gender, sexuality, sensuality, identity, racism, and cultural difference. While some of these topics may seem to conflict with each other, Kay manages to create poetry that is both vibrant and engaging. This book is perfect for anyone who wants to explore Jackie Kay's work in depth.
Humor, gender, sexuality, sensuality, identity, racism, cultural difference: when do any of these things ever come together to equal poetry? When Jackie Kay is part of the equation. Darling brings together into a vibrant new book many favorite poems from her four Bloodaxe collections, The Adoption Papers, Other Lovers, Off Colour and Life Mask, as well as featuring new work, some previously uncollected poems, and some lively poetry for younger readers. Her grand, embracing spirit should be better known in the U.S."" Booklist