“Standing to America, bringing home black gold, black ivory, black seed.”
Book:Collected Prose
Quote by Robert Hayden
Work
Collected Prose
This collection brings together a range of prose pieces, including short stories, essays, and other narrative forms, offering readers a diverse and comprehensive view of the author's or authors' writing abilities and thematic interests. more
Author
Robert Hayden
Robert Hayden was an American poet known for his profound exploration of race and identity. His poetry often reflected the history and culture of the African American community, having a significant impact on contemporary poetry. more
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