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Sister Love: The Letters of Audre Lorde and Pat Parker 1974-1989

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Pat Parker
Pat Parker

Pat Parker was an American poet, born on January 20, 1944, and died on June 19, 1989. Known for her profound social and political commentary, Parker's poetry often addressed issues of race, gender, and class, reflecting her experiences as an African American woman in 20th-century American society. more

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