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In Quilting the Black‑Eyed Pea, poet Nikki Giovanni continues her legacy of blending fierce political insight with intimate personal imagery. The collection includes works that honor women's resilience, African heritage, and American society, while inviting readers toward unity, compassion, and hope. Giovanni’s poems span themes from the strength of women to reflections on family, culture, and the nation’s future, offering a lyrical meditation on humanity and the dream of a better home.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Poetry/Contemporary Poetry
Authors: Nikki Giovanni
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