In a career that has spanned over three decades, Nikki Giovanni has perceptively recorded her observations of both the outside world and the gentle yet enigmatic territory of the self. When her poems first emerged from the Civil Rights and Black Arts Movements of the 1960s, she immediately became a celebrated and controversial literary figure. One of the most commanding voices to grace America's political and poetic landscape, Nikki Giovanni's poems embody the fearless passion and spirited wit for which she is beloved and revered.
From the sublime "Ego Tripping" to the tender "My House," Nikki Giovanni's mind-speaking, truth-telling poems compassionately evoke our nation's past, present, and future.
Written by Paul from Fort Worth, TX
on October 25th, 2007
Book Rating: 5/5
Nikki Giovanni's poetry is honest and inspiring. I enjoyed every minute listening to her explain the background of her work or reading the poems themselves. Her work is a treasure.
Nikki Giovanni
Written by Anonymous from Maywood, IL
on February 13th, 2005
Book Rating: 5/5
Magnificant! Ms. Giovanni reaches deep into the psyche of the African-American and as always, hits the target...the heart! I loved it.
