Introduction The poem “The Awakening” is written by James Weldon Johnson. The poem talks about a flower waiting for a bee to drink its nectar. While waiting for the bee, the flower questions its purpose. The poet compares himself to the rose flower, in full-blossom, waiting for a bee to taste his nectar. The bee … Read more
Introduction The poem “Deepi in the Quiet Woods” is written by James Weldon Johnson. The poem talks about finding peace in nature. The poet urges the readers to leave the hardships of daily life behind and find a moment of solitude in the “peaceful woods”. The poet finds an escape, from the trials and tribulation … Read more
Introduction Lift Every Voice and Sing by James Weldon Johnson is a poem/song that is considered as “The Black National Anthem” as it encourages the newer generation of the Black Community to lift their voices up and fight against their oppression. About the poet James Weldon Johnson, leader of NAACP and also an influential black … Read more
