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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
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The Life of a Revolutionary Poet,
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This review is from: Transbluesency: The Selected Poetry of Amiri Baraka/LeRoi Jones (1961-1995) (Paperback)
This book is not for those sensitive to raw material. But if you're a fan of Mr. Baraka, this book is a 40-year collection, and a definite must for your bookshelf. In the words of Mr. Baraka, "Can you stand such beauty? So violent and transforming." This line from his poem "Return of the Native" encompasses all that is Transbluency. This book is for the true fan of protest poetry. Mr. Baraka uses blues and jazz rhythms as well as the natural essence of words to express himself in amazing ways. I enjoy this book not only because I am a fan, but because it is rare to find a poet who has mastered the art of poetic language and imagery.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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This review is from: Transbluesency: The Selected Poetry of Amiri Baraka/LeRoi Jones (1961-1995) (Paperback)
Baraka's "Best Of..." collection is quite simply a must-read for any person with an interest in 20th century poetry. The words almost leap out against you when you open the book, and the language is mind-bending. Try to read these poems aloud to yourself, and you might just get the word-kick of a lifetime. Oop Bop Sh'Bam...
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Transbluesency: The Selected Poetry of Amiri Baraka/LeRoi Jones (1961-1995) by Imamu Amiri Baraka (Paperback - October 1, 1995)
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