The Study of Human Life

More about the book

Exploring speculative fiction, this award-winning collection and novella tackles themes of abolition, ecological consciousness, and parenthood. It unfolds in three sequences, starting with autobiographical poems reflecting on family and youth. The central section imagines an alternate history with the resurrection of Malcolm X and a contemporary victim of police violence. The final poems celebrate fatherhood, capturing the transformative experience of welcoming a child. Joshua Bennett's work is praised for its intellectual depth and vivid imagery, making it a compelling read.