Black Buffalo Woman: An Introduction to the Poetry & Poetics of Lucille Clifton

<p><b>This long-awaited and much-needed volume shines new light on one of America's most beloved, and profound, poets--Lucille Clifton.</b></p><p><b><i>Black Buffalo Woman</i> is a deep, comprehensive dive into Clifton's work through the eyes of celebrated poet and scholar, Kazim Ali. </b></p><p>Collecting chapters of Clifton's early manuscripts, late drafts, and integrating her books of children's literature, Ali's meticulously researched volume provides a brilliant and fresh perspective on Clifton's life and work.</p> <p/></p><p>Various chapters examine Clifton's treatment of the body as a site of both joy and danger, spirituality, and an interrogation of American history, politics, and popular culture. The result of Ali's scholarship and care highlights a dazzling array of Clifton's poetic techniques and forms that will continue to inspire poets, readers, and Lucille Clifton fans--past, present and future--for decades to come.</p><br><br><b>Author:</b> Kazim Ali<br><b>Publisher:</b> BOA Editions<br><b>Published:</b> 09/24/2024<br><b>Pages:</b> 294<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.95lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 8.90h x 6.00w x 1.10d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9781960145352<br><br><b>Review Citation(s): </b><br><i>Publishers Weekly</i> 07/15/2024<br><p><b>About the Author</b><br>Kazim Ali's books encompass multiple genres, including the volumes of poetry <i>Inquisition, Sky Ward</i>, winner of the Ohioana Book Award in Poetry; <i>The Far Mosque</i>, winner of Alice James B