Taboo

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Exploring the intricate connections between black identities and Western history, Yusef Komunyakaa's work delves into the portrayals of African Americans in art and literature. Through skillfully crafted three-line stanzas, he reflects on historical figures and their relationships with race, highlighting the complexities of power and desire. This volume serves as the inaugural entry in a trilogy by a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, promising a thought-provoking journey that challenges perceptions and enriches understanding.