The Seventh Octave - The Early Writings of Saul Stacy Williams (Paperback)

~ Saul Stacey Williams (Author), Jessica Caremoore (Author) "I remember the first time I heard Saul Williams read his magic words..." (more)
Key Phrases: New York, Saul Williams

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Product Description

The first book from one of the most gifted poets of the Hip Hop Generation. The Seventh Octave features some of this great young poets most revered poems. From "OHM," to "Sha Clack Clack," Saul's words are breathtaking and powerful with every read. The Seventh Octave is a must-have collection for any aspiring poet or seasoned writer. Lyrical and electric, full of brilliant imagery and truth. The Seventh Octave is for lovers of language and the magic poets can create.

From the Publisher

"Khalil Gibran meets Hip Hop." Moo
Jessica Care Moore, Publisher

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Product Details

• Paperback: 60 pages
• Publisher: Moore Black Press (February 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0965830810
• ISBN-13: 978-0965830812
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #610,815 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good, but watch out, first-time readers!, January 2, 2000

By	Scott Woods (Columbus, Ohio United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

Just because you liked the movie "Slam" or enjoy open mics, don't go to this book thinking you'll get the same high. Most poetry that sings on the stage doesn't always do so on the page, but "Seventh" does so more than others. It's a far more accessible collection than Williams' "She", but again: you'd better like poetry on the page before you jump into this.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Newburgh is finally on the map, November 30, 1999

By	Dylan Stillwood (New York, NY) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

In fourth grade, I played a bit part in "The King and I" at my local high school in Newburgh, NY. I have some quirky memories about the play -- the costumes, the makeup, the sarcastic director who later became my 9th-grade English teacher -- but above all I remember the high-school senior who stole the show. It was obvious that the 18-year-old who played the king, Saul Stacey Williams, had a career as a performer ahead of him.

Many of the poems in this book were written back then, while Stacey was in high school, and I had the pleasure of hearing them live in his many local performances. Almost a decade later, he is finally getting the recognition he deserves -- with two books and an award-winning movie, "Slam." It's great to know that more people can be exposed to the poetic genius who used to be Newburgh's best-kept local secret...This book is just a small taste of his talent.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 5 stars ain't enuff...., September 2, 1999

By A Customer

to justify Saul's lyrical mastery. This book is to be studied and savored like Mama's sweet potato pie with whipped cream. Buy this, read this then buy "She" to see the evolution of a poet. peace