Ordinary Light
Book • 2015
In 'Ordinary Light', Tracy K. Smith reflects on her upbringing as a middle-class black girl, focusing on her close bond with her mother and the impact of her mother's illness and death.
The memoir delves into themes of identity, race, faith, and the complexities of mother-daughter relationships.
It is a poignant exploration of growing up and understanding one's place in the world.
The memoir delves into themes of identity, race, faith, and the complexities of mother-daughter relationships.
It is a poignant exploration of growing up and understanding one's place in the world.
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Ezra Klein as Tracy K. Smith 's memoir, which was a finalist for the National Book Award.
Ezra Klein as Tracy K. Smith 's memoir, which was a finalist for the National Book Award.
Tracy K. Smith changed how I read poetry
Mentioned by Ezra Klein as Tracy K. Smith 's memoir, which was a finalist for the National Book Award.
Ezra Klein as Tracy K. Smith 's memoir, which was a finalist for the National Book Award. Best of: Tracy K. Smith changed how I read poetry
