2min chapter

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Terrance Hayes' poems span history, fables and quarantine in 'So to Speak'

NPR's Book of the Day

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Reflections on Writing and Joining Protests: 'George Floyd'

The speaker reflects on the process of writing their poem about George Floyd, discussing the themes of mirrors and maintaining a practice in poetry. They share their experience of watching the protesters and eventually joining them before returning to their desk to continue their writing practice. The chapter concludes with the speaker reading their powerful 'George Floyd' poem, addressing racial injustice and social commentary.

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