Immaculate Perceptions [Paperback]

Latorial Faison (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2003

Immaculate Perceptions is a collection of poetic illustrations of life. While reviewers have compared Faison's poetry to the writing of Richard Wright, Langston Hughes, Maya Angelou, and other prolific writers, readers often refer to her as dynamic, soulful, inspirational, bold and in touch with emotions of the mundane. This book will explore further the experience of dealing with the trials, tribulations, joys and hopes of everyday life. Faison writes poetically on her forefathers and mothers of writing and about love, marriage, religion, and socioeconomic themes throughout the book. Her passion for dealing with people is evident in each poem. Readers will find her tone inspirational and the voice of each poem liberating and refreshing. Many things will be revealed in this book: the plight of an individual, the intertwined reality of being black and female. This is a must read for every poetry reader!

Editorial Reviews

Review

Faison has a general, universal feminine quality that causes women to say "Amen", and men to say "I understand now." -- Nathan Lewis Poet & Author, Sacramento, CA

It's a continuing analysis of life. Faison has a gift for touching others with her soul-felt musing. -- Dr. Patsy Joyner Director of Institutional Advancement, Paul D. Camp Community College

This book inspires, pays homage to, teaches and breathes determination and hope into our souls; it's a collectible. --James M. Lisbon Founder & Chief Editor of Awareness Magazine

From the Publisher

While reviewers have compared Faison's poetry to the writing of Richard Wright, Langston Hughes, Maya Angelou, and other prolific writers, readers often refer to her as dynamic, soulful, inspirational, bold and in touch with every emotion.

See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

• Paperback: 116 pages
• Publisher: Cross Keys Press; First Edition edition (April 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591961386
• ISBN-13: 978-1591961383
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,635,261 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! What a perception, September 8, 2003

By 

Mel "Supernova" (KILLEEN, TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Immaculate Perceptions (Paperback)

Latorial Faison is both a prolific writer but also very ingenious and original. Her poetic style and flow reminds me of a young Nikki Giovanni or Maya Angelou. Latorial has a knack of making every day occurences like going to Walmart seem like a reflective thought that brings out and inspires us with her keen perception. I personally admire this author for raising the bar and continually doing her part. This author has a voice to be reckoned with and will be heard for many years to come. Her Immaculate Perception is true dedication to the art and study of life written in a thought provoking yet elequent poem. May she inspire us and give us more yet to come.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Passionate Thoughts from the Heart, May 11, 2003

By 

The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers (RAWSISTAZ.com and BlackBookReviews.net) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Immaculate Perceptions (Paperback)

Latorial Faison once again touches the heart, mind, and soul through IMMACULATE PERCEPTIONS, her latest collection of poetry. Separated into three sections, we are given a great variety from Mrs. Faison as she incorporates her thoughts into the many genres of poetry. Mrs. Faision touches on many topics, from faith and love to September 11th. Through each piece, Ms. Faison shares her heart and doesn't look back. My personal favorites included "And I Thought I Was Free," "Shop Wal-Mart for Life," "Deliverance II," and "Where to Now America?"

An amazing poet, Ms. Faison continues to shine through her work. Her poetry evokes a breathtaking passion that many will relate to. IMMACULATE PERCEPTIONS in a continued testament of Ms. Faison's tremendous talent and is one that continues to be among the ranks of Maya Angelou, Langston Hughes, and Nikki Giovanni. Thank you once again Ms. Faison for sharing your hearts and thoughts with the literary community.

Reviewed by Kanika (Nika) Wade
of The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars There is none better, March 11, 2004

By 

"fingerprintpress" (Sacramento, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Immaculate Perceptions (Paperback)

Latorial Faison is my favorite female poet. She is living proof of everything she writes about, which gives her work a great depth and honesty. I don't know another living female poet who affects me in the way she does. Every page is a pleasure.

Nathan Lewis
Fingerprint Press