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Discover the profound legacy of Assotto Saint in 'Spells of a Voodoo Doll: The Collected Works of Assotto Saint,' a compelling compilation that showcases his groundbreaking contributions to poetry, plays, and performance texts. This unique collection, representing the intersection of art and activism, shines a light on the experiences of Black Gay culture and the AIDS movement. Dive into five hundred pages of thought-provoking reflections that celebrate life amid adversity, highlighting Saint's masterful use of music, incantation, and his Haitian heritage. As a pivotal figure in the literary and cultural landscapes, Saint's work has inspired contemporary voices including Essex Hemphill and Marlon Riggs. This trade paperback edition, published by Nightboat Books in 2023, allows readers to engage intimately with the visceral and spiritual aspects of activism embedded in his writing. A masterpiece of lyrical exploration, this book is essential for anyone interested in Black and Trans histories. ‘Spells of a Voodoo Doll’ is not just a collection; it’s a vital testament to resilience and creativity in the face of challenges. Enhance your literary repertoire with this brand new edition (ISBN: 9781643621562) today! Please note: shipping for this item is free. Allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781643621562
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Nightboat Books
Description:
The collected life-work of an interdisciplinary writer, performer, and central figure in the Black Gay cultural arts and AIDS movements.
In this timely collection of poetry, plays, fiction, and performance texts, Assotto Saint draws upon music and incantation, his Haitian heritage and a politics of liberation, to weave together a tapestry of literature that celebrates life in the face of death. Influential to contemporary writers such as Essex Hemphill, Marlon Riggs, and Melvin Dixon,Spells of a Voodoo Doll is Saint's crucial legacy–five hundred incandescent pages of painful, lyric writing that exemplifies the visceral, spiritual dimensions of an artistic practice that’s integral to Black and Trans activist movements in the United States, both historic and present.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781643621562
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Nightboat Books
Description:
The collected life-work of an interdisciplinary writer, performer, and central figure in the Black Gay cultural arts and AIDS movements.
In this timely collection of poetry, plays, fiction, and performance texts, Assotto Saint draws upon music and incantation, his Haitian heritage and a politics of liberation, to weave together a tapestry of literature that celebrates life in the face of death. Influential to contemporary writers such as Essex Hemphill, Marlon Riggs, and Melvin Dixon,Spells of a Voodoo Doll is Saint's crucial legacy–five hundred incandescent pages of painful, lyric writing that exemplifies the visceral, spiritual dimensions of an artistic practice that’s integral to Black and Trans activist movements in the United States, both historic and present.