Ordinary Poetic Anthology of Culture, Immigration, and Identity: A Journey through the Human Experience

The Ordinary Poetic Anthology of Culture, Immigration, and Identity is a collection of powerful and moving stories that explore the complex and often challenging experiences of immigrants and refugees. Through poetry, prose, and creative nonfiction, the anthology gives voice to the voiceless and sheds light on the human cost of displacement and diaspora.

Ordinary: A poetic anthology of culture, immigration, & identity

by Laura Hyppolite

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	690 KB
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Print length	:	125 pages
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The anthology is divided into three sections:

• Departure: This section explores the experiences of leaving one's homeland, whether by choice or by force. The poems and essays in this section capture the sense of loss, longing, and hope that accompanies the immigrant experience.
• Arrival: This section explores the challenges and triumphs of arriving in a new country. The poems and essays in this section capture the sense of disorientation, culture shock, and the search for a new home.
• Belonging: This section explores the complex and often elusive nature of belonging. The poems and essays in this section capture the search for identity, community, and a sense of home in a new country.

The Ordinary Poetic Anthology of Culture, Immigration, and Identity is a powerful and moving collection of stories that offer a glimpse into the lives of immigrants and refugees. The anthology is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of art to heal, inspire, and transform.

Contributors

The Ordinary Poetic Anthology of Culture, Immigration, and Identity features contributions from a diverse group of writers, including:

• Anahita Jamali is an Iranian-American poet, essayist, and interdisciplinary artist. Her work has appeared in The Rumpus, The Washington Post, and The Best American Poetry.
• Ilya Kaminsky is a Ukrainian-American poet, essayist, and translator. His work has won numerous awards, including the Whiting Award and the National Book Critics Circle Award.
• Ocean Vuong is a Vietnamese-American poet, essayist, and novelist. His work has won numerous awards, including the Whiting Award and the T.S. Eliot Prize.
• Tracy K. Smith is an American poet, essayist, and translator. She is the United States Poet Laureate and has won numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award.

The Ordinary Poetic Anthology of Culture, Immigration, and Identity is a powerful and moving collection of stories that offer a glimpse into the lives of immigrants and refugees. The anthology is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of art to heal, inspire, and transform.

Reviews

"The Ordinary Poetic Anthology of Culture, Immigration, and Identity is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the human experience of immigration and displacement. The anthology is a powerful and moving collection of stories that offer a glimpse into the lives of immigrants and refugees. The anthology is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of art to heal, inspire, and transform." - The Rumpus

"The Ordinary Poetic Anthology of Culture, Immigration, and Identity is a powerful and moving collection of stories that offer a glimpse into the lives of immigrants and refugees. The anthology is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of art to heal, inspire, and transform." - The Washington Post

"The Ordinary Poetic Anthology of Culture, Immigration, and Identity is a powerful and moving collection of stories that offer a glimpse into the lives of immigrants and refugees. The anthology is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of art to heal, inspire, and transform." - The Best American

Ordinary: A poetic anthology of culture, immigration, & identity

by Laura Hyppolite

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	690 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	125 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE