In this survey of major African American poets, Resiman (Charleston Southern U.) situates their works in the contexts of slavery, double consciousness, the Harlem Renaissance, the Black Arts'
movement, folk traditions, and music. Profiles from Maya Angelou (featured on the cover) to Phyllis Wheatley include dates, a list of principal poetry, other literary genres, achievements, a
biography, and analysis. The volume also includes a checklist for explicating a poem and guide to online resources. Annotation 穢2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
