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Abernethy, Olivia (August 19, 2008)[more][less]
Abstract: The objective of this research was to shed light on African Americans and Women poets influenced by the Beat Generation. I chose LeRoi Jones/Amiri Baraka, Diane di Prima and Bob Kaufman. I researched each poet's background, poetics, published works and criticisms so I could determine the impact of their poetry. I determined his/her connection and reaction to society through their poetry. Di Prima wrote as a woman, mother and poet in a time when women were struggling to establish their own poetics; Jones/Baraka wrote to find his identity as an African American in society; and Kaufman wrote in the margin against conformity and effacement. Along with their own opinions and point of views, each poet brings a fresh and invigorating look at poetry that definitely stands the test of time to influence generations today.
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