“To your mind, feelings are what create a person, something unwilling, something wild vandalizing whatever the skull holds. Those sensations form a someone. The headaches begin then.”
Quote by Claudia Rankine
Work
Citizen: An American Lyric
This book delves into the complexities of race relations and the African American experience in the United States, offering a personal and critical perspective on the social and political landscape. more
Author
Claudia Rankine
Claudia Rankine is an American poet known for her poetry and prose works that explore themes of race, gender, and identity. Her works often start from personal experiences and public events, known for their unique narrative style and linguistic experimentation. more
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