Light For The World To See: A Thousand Words on Race and Hope
From NPR correspondent and New York Times bestselling author, Kwame Alexander, comes a powerful and provocative collection of poems that cut to the heart of the entrenched racism and oppression in America and eloquently explores ongoing events. A book in the tradition of James Baldwin’s “A Report from Occupied Territory,” Light for the World to See is a rap session on race. A lyrical response to the struggles of Black lives in our world . . . to America’s crisis of conscience . . . to the centuries of loss, endless resilience, and unstoppable hope. Includes an introduction by the author and a bold, graphically designed interior.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 96
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2020
Publisher: Mariner Books
Language: en
ISBN: 9780358539414
Creator Bio
Kwame Alexander is a New York Times bestselling author, poet, educator, and speaker. With over 30 published works, including the critically acclaimed novel-in-verse, The Crossover, Alexander has gained recognition for his powerful and thought-provoking writing. He has received numerous awards, including the 2015 John Newbery Medal for The Crossover, the 2020 Coretta Scott King Author Award for The Undefeated, and the 2020 Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Children's Video for The Undefeated. In addition to his writing, Alexander is a passionate advocate for literacy and education. He regularly visits schools and libraries around the world, inspiring young readers and writers to follow their dreams. Through his work, Alexander continues to spread messages of hope, compassion, and equality.
Book Categories:
BIPOC , Grown-Ups , Nonfiction
