Toi Derricotte Reads Tracy K. Smith
The New Yorker: Poetry
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The Boldness of Desire in Poetry
The speaker explores the concept of desire in poetry, highlighting its inflammatory nature and its connection to personal experiences. The desire to write is seen as a central theme, encompassing aspects of writing, memory, and poetry itself. The use of the word 'desire' is deemed bold, especially for a woman of the speaker's age and race, reflecting a significant and impactful condition.
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