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Poems of Phillis Wheatley: A Native African and a Slave is a significant work in American literature, showcasing the poetry of Phillis Wheatley, a woman of African descent who was enslaved in colonial America. The volume contains a selection of her poems, which range from religious hymns to personal reflections on her life and the world around her. Wheatley's work is notable for its sophistication and depth, and it has been celebrated for its contribution to the development of African American literature and the broader American literary tradition.
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