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Set against a backdrop of personal and societal struggles, the collection features Roselyn Y, who adopts the identity of Roselyn X, a young Black prostitute facing terminal cancer and raising a small child. Through 22 poignant cantos, the poetry explores themes of anger towards fate, racism, sexism, and the profound sense of loss regarding home and culture. The work delves into the complexities of identity and the deep emotional landscape of its characters, offering a powerful commentary on their experiences.
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Roselyn X, William Russell
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- Roselyn X
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Russell
- Publisher
- Lulu.com
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 92
- ISBN13
- 9781716664915
- Category
- Poetry
- Description
- Set against a backdrop of personal and societal struggles, the collection features Roselyn Y, who adopts the identity of Roselyn X, a young Black prostitute facing terminal cancer and raising a small child. Through 22 poignant cantos, the poetry explores themes of anger towards fate, racism, sexism, and the profound sense of loss regarding home and culture. The work delves into the complexities of identity and the deep emotional landscape of its characters, offering a powerful commentary on their experiences.