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A burst of light

essays
Book • 1988
Audre Lorde's "A Burst of Light" is a collection of essays exploring themes of race, gender, sexuality, and class.

Lorde's powerful prose examines the interconnectedness of social justice issues and the importance of self-care as a form of resistance.

The essays delve into her personal experiences with cancer and her reflections on the challenges faced by marginalized communities.

Lorde's work continues to inspire activists and scholars, challenging readers to confront systemic inequalities and embrace their own identities.

The collection remains a vital contribution to feminist and critical theory.

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Barbara Bleisch
als Autorin, deren Bücher sie sehr schätzt, und deren Zitat auf Instagram gepostet wurde.
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Georgia Hampton
as a writer whose essay collection, 'A Burst of Light', contains the quote, "caring for myself is not self-indulgence. It is self-preservation."
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