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Poets for Life assembles a collection of American poems that address the AIDS crisis, its social and political ramifications, and the intimate experiences of those affected. The anthology provides artists’ insights into how the disease shapes relationships and public perception.
The volume showcases work by LGBTQ poets, earning recognition as a Lambda Literary Award winner, and positions itself as a poignant literary response to HIV/AIDS.
Read these poems to understand how the disease intersects with cultural, political, and personal narratives, offering a literary perspective on an enduring public health challenge.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Poetry/Contemporary Poetry
Authors: Michael Klein
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