Beyond the Verse
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Beyond the Verse
Inconsistent Miracles in Danez Smith's 'dear white america'
In this week’s episode of “Beyond the Verse,” the official podcast of PoemAnalysis.com and Poetry+, Joe and Maiya explore the poem ‘dear white america’ by Danez Smith, a powerful piece by one of the most influential contemporary poets.
They discuss ‘dear white america’ (2017), examining not only the systemic injustices and racial trauma addressed in the poem, but also the cultural and personal dimensions that shape Smith’s work. Joe and Maiya delve into Smith’s literary influences, the impact of spoken word on their poetry, and their significant role in the modern American literary canon.
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Plus, stay tuned to get some recommendations for alternate poets inspired by Smith’s work!
Tune in and Discover:
- Smith’s position in the canon and role in modern American literature
- Key themes throughout ‘dear white america’ and the poet’s other works
- Smith’s background and poetic influences
- The significance of the epistolary form, incarceration, and historical context in the poem
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