Audre Lorde

Coal Poem by Audre Lorde Summary, Notes and Line by Line Explanation in English

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Introduction “Coal” by Audre Lorde is a poem that talks about the Black Identity and the oppression faced by these individuals.  About the Poet  Audre Lorde is an American writer, poet and civil rights activist mostly known for her poems and prose writing.  Analysis  Stanza One Line 1-3 I Is the total black, being spoken … Read more

Hanging Fire Poem by Audre Lorde Summary, Notes and Line by Line Explanation in English

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Introduction African American writer and poet Audre Lorde’s “Hanging Fire” is a sad poem. The poem is about a little girl who is afraid about her future. It demonstrates how she has a lot of questions and concerns in her thoughts that nobody, not even her mother, can relate to. For the accurate portrayal of … Read more