Margaret Walker was a prominent African American poet and author whose works delve deeply into the rich history and culture of the African American people. Her poetry and prose often explore themes of identity, resilience, and heritage with a penetrating honesty and a strong sense of rhythm. Through her writing, Walker sought to celebrate and preserve the experiences and voices of African Americans, offering readers timeless insights into American history and the human spirit. Her literary legacy lies in her mastery of language and her unwavering commitment to documenting and elevating the African American experience.
Moral thinking and philosophy are explored through the lens of context, emphasizing the importance of understanding the environments that shape our ethical considerations. The essays provide insights into how awareness of these contexts can transform our approach to living morally, highlighting the significance of this awareness in ethical discourse.
An exploration of race and heritage, For My People is the first book by poet and novelist Margaret Walker (1915-1998) and the 41st volume of the Yale Series of Younger Poets.
Moral Repair examines the ethics and moral psychology of responses to wrongdoing. Margaret Urban Walker uses realistic examples of both to analyze how moral bonds are damaged by serious wrongs and what must be done to repair the damage.