Winter Words - Safiya Sinclair Discusses "How to Say Babylon"
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a captivating discussion with memoirist and award-winning poet Safiya Sinclair as she delves into her new book, "How to Say Babylon." Discover the author's journey through a rigid Rastafarian upbringing and her struggle to break free from the patriarchal structure that defined her youth. Gain insights into Sinclair's remarkable literary career, including her critically acclaimed poetry collection "Cannibal," which garnered numerous prestigious awards. Learn about her diverse body of work, published in renowned literary magazines, and her various fellowships and honors. Immerse yourself in a thought-provoking conversation that examines themes of identity, culture, and personal liberation in this engaging Winter Words event presented by The Aspen Institute.
Syllabus
Winter Words with Safiya Sinclair
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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