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In *A Cruelty Special to Our Species*, Emily Jungmin Yoon presents her first full collection of poems, weaving a distinct and incisive exploration of gender, race, and violence. Her work has garnered critical attention, earning a review in the New York Times and establishing her as a compelling new voice in contemporary poetry.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Poetry/Contemporary Poetry
Authors: Emily Jungmin Yoon
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