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The title poem explores the origins of barbecue, highlighting how enslaved people transformed their masters' leftovers into a rich culinary tradition. Jeffers' powerful verses delve into themes of survival, resilience, and creativity, illustrating how life's challenges can be reimagined into music, scripture, and celebration. Through her poignant imagery, she conveys the strength found in embracing and transforming adversity.
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The Gospel of Barbecue, Honorée Fanonne Jeffers
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- Released
- 2000
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- Title
- The Gospel of Barbecue
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Honorée Fanonne Jeffers
- Publisher
- Kent State University Press
- Released
- 2000
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 76
- ISBN13
- 9780873386739
- Category
- Poetry
- Description
- The title poem explores the origins of barbecue, highlighting how enslaved people transformed their masters' leftovers into a rich culinary tradition. Jeffers' powerful verses delve into themes of survival, resilience, and creativity, illustrating how life's challenges can be reimagined into music, scripture, and celebration. Through her poignant imagery, she conveys the strength found in embracing and transforming adversity.