The Black Unicorn

Why I recommend it

Lorde’s poems bring together personal life, politics, history, and myth. The language is forceful, and the poems ask for attention.

What stayed with me

The poems make room for many parts of a life at once. Motherhood, desire, anger, and survival don’t have to be kept separate.

Who it’s useful for

Poetry readers interested in Lorde and Black feminist writing.

A tension or limitation

The references and shifts in voice can be difficult. Reading aloud and rereading can help.