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I Shall Not be Moved

05 Feb

by Angelou, MayaBook Cover
In this collection of poetry renowned poet, Maya Angelou gives readers
poetry that talks of equality, life's tribulations, love, racism, triumph,
and the complexities of womanhood. Her words are direct and passionate. In
the poem Coleridge Jackson, the character Coleridge Jackson day after day
is humiliated by his racist boss at work, once at home he takes all of his
anger and frustration out on his helpless family; paints a vivid picture
of how racism can collectively cause psychological despair on the mind and
black family. Another poem, Our Grandmothers pays homage to 'black women'
who struggled for freedom for themselves and others during slavery, to those today still striving for more, and it offers encouragement to press on despite all obstacles.

- reviewed by Alicia, Mountain Island Branch, PLCMC

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Splinters: A Book of Very Short Poems

27 Jan

by Harrison, MichaelBook Cover
Michael Harrison has compiled a variety of poems especially for teens. Many of the poems are funny, lots of them will involve multiple readings, and all of them are short. Included in this book are poems by famous poets such as Ogden Nash and Ralph Waldo Emerson but there are also anonymous poets. Black and white illustrations by Sue Heap bring many of these poems to life and create even additional humor. This is a great book to read just for the “fun of it.” Enjoy this short treasury of poems today.
- reviewed by Emily, South County Regional, PLCMC

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Hard Times Require Furious Dancing: New Poems

15 Jan

by Alice WalkerBook Cover
“Hard times require furious dancing. Each of us is proof,” begins Alice Walker in the preface to this work of poetry. Ms. Walker addresses many topics in her poetry such as family, leadership, and loss of life and wealth. Words of inspiration are found at the most unexpected times when Ms. Walker writes, “. . . warm sun on my cheek, is to miss the anxiety of loss.” Black and white illustrations by Shiloh McCloud sprinkled throughout the text serve to create motion and connect the poems. Readers will want to revisit these poems on multiple occasions during challenging times.
- reviewed by Emily, South County Regional, PLCMC

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More Book Lust: Recommendations for Every Mood, Moment, and Reason

07 May

by Pearl, NancyBook Cover
Like an old family cookbook with great recipes, librarian, Nancy Pearl, has whipped up a desirable book to suggest book titles for any reader. More Book Lust is the follow-up to Book Lust, offering—as the subtitle says—“reading recommendations for every mood, moment, and reason.” Described more as a companion than a sequel to Book Lust, Pearl’s categories jump from “Girl Guides…” to “Dick Lit” (urban men), to “Space Opera” (science fiction loaded with drama) to “Poetry Pleasers.” Including book recommendations from fellow librarians and others, the book covers fiction and non-fiction with a long reach of stories in various geographical locations. Lively written, Pearl’s comprehensive compilation also quickly adds if Book Lust has a related entry. It is a joy for bibliophiles.
- reviewed by Lawrence, South County Regional, PLCMC

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Heckuva Job: More of the Bush Administration in Rhyme

04 May

by Trillin, CalvinBook Cover
Trillin’s not-so-secret weapon – iambic pentameter – failed to bring down the Bush administration back in 2004 when his Obliviously on He Sails was published, so he has tried again. Whether he is any more successful this time is, of course, a moot point as King George’s reign nears the end of its tragic and costly run. That Trillin can mine such an administration for so many belly laughs is testament to his genius. He spares no one – from Mushroom Cloud Rice to Alberto Gonzales (“loyalty uber alles”) – in his latest poetic assault. For the beleaguered true patriot in need of any relief at all, Trillin’s comic relief is most refreshing.
- reviewed by Jim, Main Library, PLCMC

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Prophet

01 May

by Gibran, KahlilBook Cover
Kahlil Gibran writes an elegant philosophical tale woven together by his superb coupling of imagery and metaphor in The Prophet, his masterpiece. Gibran takes a simple story of one hermit’s journey home and compounds it through exact language into a layered parable in which the reader delves into a profound and sometimes complex religious text. One could read this short chapter book in a day or a lifetime and complete it, but never in its exact entirety. Something can be said about an author that keeps a pre-published manuscript of his book on his person at all times editing every word and phrase to his exact liking. I dare venture that word to be genius.
- reviewed by Joseph, Morrison Regional, PLCMC

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After: Poems

28 Apr

by Hirshfield, JaneBook Cover
I stumbled onto this book completely by accident, but after reading the first poem I felt unsettled and a little unnerved, death has a tendency toward such an end. This book of poetry appeals to the human condition and the copping process of loss, and to the inevitable point understanding. This book is quick and clear, but is also filled with imaginative metaphor and imagery. It is a wonderful affirmation of life even in its darkest depths as the narrator climbs back up to the luminous heights of acceptance. This is a great book for one searching for release after loss, or for fans of good poetry for that matter.
- reviewed by Joseph, Morrison Regional, PLCMC

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