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The poetry of Marilene Phipps offers a vivid exploration of Caribbean life, particularly in Haiti, where characters navigate different social strata and life stages. With a blend of nostalgia and intensity, the poems capture the struggles and resilience of the people, transforming their experiences into rich, evocative verses. The voices range from tender to confrontational, creating a dynamic tapestry that reflects both humor and unease, ultimately inviting readers to engage with the complexities of identity and existence in this mythologized landscape.
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Crossroads and Unholy Water, Marilene Phipps-Kettlewell
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- Released
- 2000
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- Title
- Crossroads and Unholy Water
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Marilene Phipps-Kettlewell
- Publisher
- Southern Illinois University Press
- Publisher
- 2000
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 88
- ISBN13
- 9780809323067
- Category
- Poetry, Maps and Travel
- Description
- The poetry of Marilene Phipps offers a vivid exploration of Caribbean life, particularly in Haiti, where characters navigate different social strata and life stages. With a blend of nostalgia and intensity, the poems capture the struggles and resilience of the people, transforming their experiences into rich, evocative verses. The voices range from tender to confrontational, creating a dynamic tapestry that reflects both humor and unease, ultimately inviting readers to engage with the complexities of identity and existence in this mythologized landscape.