In honor of Poetry Month, I am curious to know what is your favorite poem about the environment or nature? I am going to have to ponder on this one, though Ms. Maya's "And Still I Rise" and "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" come immediately to mind. They aren't directly environmental but more metaphorical. I would like to explore some of the nature inspired poetry written by my other favorite poets, Dunbar, Giovanni and Hughes. I am certain that Phyllis Wheatley also penned some beautiful selections.
Please share your favorites, including your own literary works of art.
Thank you!
"......I rise, I rise, I rise!"
Too often, African Americans are left out of the mainstream environmental conversation. And these works speak to our lineage of nature consciousness through spirituality.
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