I'm staggered by the wisdom in these pages, collected in a set of poems. Thomas Hankins brings us into his world, the world of a young black man with a gift for reflection and language. His emotion is evident throughout this book, from his joy at seeing the success of friends, some current and some estranged, to his pain at watching racism take its toll, to his insight as he examines where his life has been and where it may go.
This isn't a big book, but it had more impact on me than many far longer works. I'm impressed by the power of Mr. Hankins' words, and I'm sure far more greatness will emerge from him in the years ahead. This book is well worth buying and worth taking the time to sit and absorb. True food for thought and inspiration!
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