Negro Poets and Their Poems by Robert Thomas Kerlin

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Author Kerlin, Robert Thomas, 1866-1950
LoC No. 24001295
Title Negro Poets and Their Poems
Note Reading ease score: 78.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Negro Poets and Their Poems" by Robert Thomas Kerlin is a collection of poetry and critical commentary written in the early 20th century. The work serves as a tribute to the rich literary heritage of Black poets, tracing their contributions from historical figures like Jupiter Hammon and Phillis Wheatley to contemporary voices, while also highlighting the spirituals and folk songs of the African American experience. It aims to showcase the evolution of Black poetic voice and its deep emotional resonance. The opening of the work establishes the significance of Negro song and poetry in articulating the struggles and aspirations of African Americans. Kerlin emphasizes the innate poetic abilities of the Negro people, rooted in their cultural heritage, while pointing out the historical context that has shaped their literary output. He discusses the untaught melodies found in spirituals as well as the artistry present in secular songs and notes the influence of this heritage on contemporary poets. By acknowledging the past, he sets the stage to explore the present renaissance within Black literature, ultimately inviting readers to appreciate the profound depth and diversity of Negro poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject American poetry -- African American authors
Subject African Americans -- Poetry
Subject African Americans -- Intellectual life
Subject African American poets -- Biography
Subject American poetry -- African American authors -- History and criticism
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EBook-No. 60003
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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