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Daughter's Geography

Pages
77
Published
1984
Language
English

Synopsis

Ntozake Shange's collection of poems explores the intricate landscapes of identity, womanhood, and the African diaspora. Through vibrant language and innovative forms, the work navigates personal and collective histories, offering a powerful meditation on belonging and displacement.

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About the author

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Ntozake Shange

Ntozake Shange was a celebrated playwright and poet whose work explored the experiences of Black women. Her groundbreaking choreopoem, for colored girls who have considered suicide, when the rainbow is enuf, remains a powerful and influential piece. Shange's writing often blended poetry, drama, and prose to create vivid and resonant narratives.