“I want my careless song to strike no minor key; no fiend to stand between my body's Southern song - the fusion of the South, my body's song and me.”
Quote by Margaret Walker
Work
Fields Watered with Blood: Critical Essays on Margaret Walker
The book is a compilation of essays that delve into the life and works of Margaret Walker, focusing on her poetry and prose. It examines her writing from multiple perspectives, providing insights into her creative process, the impact of her work on American literature, and the cultural significance of her narratives. more
Author
Margaret Walker
Margaret Walker, a renowned American poet, was born on July 6, 1915, and passed away on November 30, 1998. Her poetry is known for its profound social consciousness and humanistic concerns, which have had a profound impact on American poetry. more
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