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"Phillis Wheatley: Complete Writings. Poems and Letters" is a comprehensive collection that celebrates the life and literary legacy of Phillis Wheatley, one of the most significant figures in African American literature. This anthology features a wide range of Wheatley's works, including her celebrated poems and insightful letters.
As the first African American woman to publish a book of poetry in the United States, Wheatley's writings reflect her remarkable talent, intelligence, and resilience in the face of adversity. Her poetry encompasses various themes, including religion, freedom, race, and the human experience, showcasing her mastery of form, language, and imagery.
In addition to her poetry, this collection includes Wheatley's personal letters, providing readers with intimate glimpses into her life, thoughts, and relationships. Through her correspondence, Wheatley reveals her experiences as a slave, her struggles for recognition and respect, and her unwavering commitment to her craft.
"Phillis Wheatley: Complete Writings" is a testament to Wheatley's enduring legacy as a trailblazing poet and a pioneering voice in American literature, whose words continue to inspire and resonate with readers across generations.
Table of Contents:
POEMS ON VARIOUS SUBJECTS, RELIGIOUS AND MORAL
EXTANT POEMS NOT PUBLISHED IN POEMS ON VARIOUS SUBJECTS
LETTERS
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Rating★★★★ 4.0 (1.3K)
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GenrePoetry, General Fiction
Length4 hrs
Narrated byMark Bowen
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateMar 25, 2024
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Phillis Wheatley. Complete Writings. Poems and Letters - Intro
2Preface, to Maecenas and Others
3Thoughts on the Works of Providence
4Ode to Neptune. on Mrs. W—'s Voyage to England
5To S. M. a Young African Painter, on Seeing His Works.
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6An Elegy, to Miss. Mary Moorhead, on the Death of Her Father
7Letters
8Phillis Wheatley. Complete Writings. Poems and Letters - Outro
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