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Exploring the interplay of music and emotion, this collection of poetry delves into the essence of reggae, highlighting its ability to both uplift and reflect sorrow. Kwame Dawes captures the tension between purity and reality, particularly through the lens of Bob Marley's life, portraying him as both a prophetic figure and a flawed man. The poems resonate with the rhythms of reggae, revealing deep ancestral memories and the profound impact of Marley's legacy, ultimately questioning how one can navigate life in the absence of his powerful voice.
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Shook Foil, Kwame Dawes
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- Released
- 1997
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- Title
- Shook Foil
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Kwame Dawes
- Publisher
- Peepal Tree Press
- Released
- 1997
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 75
- ISBN13
- 9781900715140
- Category
- Poetry, Maps and Travel
- Description
- Exploring the interplay of music and emotion, this collection of poetry delves into the essence of reggae, highlighting its ability to both uplift and reflect sorrow. Kwame Dawes captures the tension between purity and reality, particularly through the lens of Bob Marley's life, portraying him as both a prophetic figure and a flawed man. The poems resonate with the rhythms of reggae, revealing deep ancestral memories and the profound impact of Marley's legacy, ultimately questioning how one can navigate life in the absence of his powerful voice.