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Native guard

Poems
Book • 2005
Natasha Trethewey's "Native Guard" is a powerful collection of poems that explores themes of race, identity, and memory in the American South.

The poems delve into the experiences of the Native Guard, a group of African American soldiers who served during the Civil War. Trethewey's evocative language and imagery create a moving and unforgettable reading experience.

The collection explores the complexities of history and the enduring impact of the past on the present.

The poems are both personal and political, offering a unique perspective on the African American experience.

The book's exploration of history, identity, and the power of language is both insightful and emotionally resonant.

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Natasha Trethewey
's first poetry collection, focusing on the experiences of the Native Guard.
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A Conversation with Pulitzer-Winning Poet Natasha Trethewey
Wspomniana przez Michała Choińskiego jako zbiór wierszy, za który autorka otrzymała nagrodę Pulitzera w 2007 roku.
Raport o książkach – „James” Percival Everett
Mentioned as the inspiration for the title of the opening poem in the collection.
Frank X Walker, "Load in Nine Times: Poems" (Liveright, 2024)

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