A Selection of African Poetry

by K.E. Senanu

It now includes more poems from different parts of the continent, in particular Liberian and Lusophone poetry, as well as more examples of traditional poetry. The new edition * A new preface * An expanded introduction * Biographical details on the poets and a general overview of their work * A commentary, and line-by-line explanatory notes on each poem * In-depth questions for the student * A glossary of critical terms and techniques A Selection of African Poetry remains geared to the needs of school and university students throughout West Africa, as well as being a guide to African poetry for the general reader.

Genres: Poetry

320 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 1990

Reviews

[Ngozichi Omekara · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is one of the best things that happened in my life.
It is an excellent read. I am so glad it was a required reading for my English literature class in high school.
In it are poems by the greats and legends of African literature. Kwesi Brew, Leopold Senghor, Wole Soyinka, JP Clark, Gabriel Okara, Christopher Okigbo, Abioseh Nicol, Kofi Awoonor, who unfortunately was killed in a dastardly act of cowardice and terrorism at West gate mall in Nairobi, Kenya yesterday. A big loss to us all.

Every African is encouraged to read this excellent book
Only yesterday a friend and I reminisced over this treasure.

[Kit · Rating 2 out of 5]

Poems by Abioseh Nicol, Soyinka, and J.P. Clark are great - the rest is a mixed bag.

[lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

ich hab meine reclam ausgabe nicht gefunden, also musste ich das hier nehmen🤧

[Jedidiah Akoi - Jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good books

[H Ojo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Is a great collection of poems, Interesting and stimulating. I intend to read this book again