“Art is not for the cultivated taste. It is to cultivate taste.”
Quote by Nikki Giovanni
Work
A poetic equation: conversations between Nikki Giovanni and Margaret Walker
This book features a series of conversations between Nikki Giovanni and Margaret Walker, two influential African American poets. The discussions delve into various aspects of life, literature, and the complexities of the African American identity. The book offers insights into the poets' perspectives on cultural heritage, social issues, and the power of poetry as a form of expression. more
Author
Nikki Giovanni
Nikki Giovanni is an American poet, writer, and activist, born on June 7, 1943. She is renowned for her poignant and evocative poetry that frequently tackles social and political issues. Giovanni's writing has had a profound impact on the African American literary community and beyond, earning her numerous awards and accolades for her literary contributions. more
You May Also Like
Source: Conversations with Don DeLillo
“The secret of loving is living loved.”
Source: A Love Worth Giving Deluxe Edition: Living in the Overflow of God's Love
“These trees and these old people have one thing in common - they're both going in the ground soon!”
Source: Sex, Art, and American Culture: Essays
“The principle of majority does not work when differences on fundamentals are involved.”