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1000 tulosta hakusanalla Patricia Jabbeh Wesley
Described by African scholar and literary critic Chielozona Eze as “one of the most prolific African poets of the twenty-first century,” Patricia Jabbeh Wesley composed When the Wanderers Come Home during a four-month visit to her homeland of Liberia in 2013. She gives powerful voice to the pain and inner turmoil of a homeland still reconciling itself in the aftermath of multiple wars and destruction. Wesley, a native Liberian, calls on deeply rooted African motifs and proverbs, utilizing the poetics of both the West and Africa to convey her grief. Autobiographical in nature, the poems highlight the hardships of a diaspora African and the devastation of a country and continent struggling to recover. When the Wanderers Come Home is a woman’s story about being an exile, a survivor, and an outsider in her own country; it is her cry for the Africa that is being lost in wars across the continent, creating more wanderers and world citizens.
Before the Palm Could Bloom
Patricia Jabbeh Wesley
Western Michigan University, New Issues Press
1998
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In Before the Palm Could Bloom, Patricia Jabbeh Wesley writes poems of the Liberian civil war and of the devastation it has wrought: 2000,000 dead including 50,000 children and 750,000 citizens forced to take refuge in neighbouring countries. And in poems of village life and customs, the city life of Monrovia, the rites of childhood and adolescence, Wesley records for the reader a world that has been forever changed. Wesley's poems incorporate many African voices, and range in tone from sorrow and longing, to humour and ironic wit.
In Wesley's fourth poetry collection, she continues her lyric exploration of what it means to be a survivor and an immigrant, retelling stories of a generation ruined by war and grief, and the healing that follows.
Praise Song for My Children – New and Selected Poems
Patricia Jabbeh Wesley
Autumn House Press
2020
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Praise Song for My Childrencelebrates twenty-one years of poetry by one of the most significant African poets of this century.Patricia Jabbeh Wesley guides us through the complex and intertwined highs and lows of motherhood and all the roles that it encompasses: parent, woman, wife, sister, friend. Her work is deeply personal, drawing from her own life and surroundings to convey grief, the bleakness of war, humor, deep devotion, and the hope of possibility.
Patricia Jabbeh Wesley and her family fled their native country of Liberia after suffering tremendous privations and violence during the bloody Liberian Civil War in 1991. These poems are more than the story of one woman who carried her children over dead bodies, walking dozens of miles from Monrovia, through dirty streams amidst government soldier and rebel killing fields, fleeing bombs and constant gun battles, who with her husband and small children were forced to survive on roots in a displacement camp outside Monrovia, where they witnessed every kind of crime against women. Jabbeh Wesley did more than survive. She helped other women. She wrote.
Cutthroat, A Journal Of The Arts
Patricia Jabbeh Wesley; Joy Harjo; Naomi Shihab Nye
Cutthroat, a Journal of the Arts
2019
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Poetry, Short Stories, Nonfiction, Photos, Art and Book Reviews by Daniel Barnum-Swett, Tony Barnstone, Austin Bennett, Kimberley Blaeser, Chris Bullard, .chisaroakwu., Stewe Claeson, Chard DeNiord, Ty Dettioff, Richard Dinges, Anita Endrezze, Michele Feeney, Courtney Felle, Ann Fisher-Wirth, Jerry Gates, Julia Mary Gibson, Jenn Givhan, Joy Harjo, Elizabeth Hellstern, Sandra Hunter, Richard Jackson, Patricia Spears Jones, Whitney Judd, Sarah Kaminski, Barry Kitterman, Joan Larkin, Angela LaVoie, Sara Levine, Jennifer Martelli, Tim Miller, Patricia Colleen Murphy, Naomi Shihab Nye, Martin Penman, Samuel Piccone, Herbert Plummer, Sarah Priestman, Maj Ragain, Linsey Royce, Anele Rubin, David St. John, Sarah Elizabeth Schantz, Danielle Sellers, Art Smith, Jane Hipkins Sobie, Meredith Striker, Melissa Studdard, Emma Claire Sweeney, John Tait, Shelly Taylor, Marina Tsvetayeva, Heidi Vanderbilt, George Wallace, Donley Watt, Patricia Jabbeh Wesley, Ann Leshy Wood
Have you ever wanted to say something but not had the words to say exactly what you wanted to say? Has God touched your life in a special way but nothing you say expresses the joy you feel? Do you sometimes want to tell that special someone how deep your feelings are for them but you trip over you tongue when speaking? or have you been deep in anger and just wanted to tell that somebody off? This collection of poems can do just that. Whether praising God, expressing love or just telling the World how you feel, "Patricia An Anthology of Poems, Thoughts and Letters" has something for every reader. "Patricia Anthology of Poems, Thoughts and Letters" speaks to the heart and soul of every man, woman and child.
"Patricia," by Emilia Elliott, is a heartwarming exploration of girlhood and the joys and challenges of growing up. This classic work of juvenile fiction delves into the everyday experiences of girls, examining themes of friendship, family life, and self-discovery. As a coming-of-age story, it offers a glimpse into the lives and concerns of young women navigating their place in the world. With its focus on relatable characters and universal themes, "Patricia" resonates as a timeless portrayal of youth. This meticulously prepared print edition allows readers to rediscover this charming story of girls and their journey toward womanhood.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
A short story in the tradition of the Victorian Gothic - Christmas Ghost Story /Winter Tale... An eerie silence filled the air as she stood there motionless, frozen in a dark time, staring blankly into the foggy abyss. Tears stained her pale face with sadness, revenge frozen on her icy lips. Unfettered by the curse of time, she stands a silent sentinel over the grave of her beloved...
Reproduction of the original: Patricia by Emilia Elliott
Reproduction of the original: Patricia by Emilia Elliott
"Patricia" by Emilya Jacobs is a poignant exploration of self-discovery and personal growth. The novel follows "Patricia" as she navigates complex relationships and family dynamics, all while, embarking on an emotional journey of healing and resilience.The story delves into Patricia's struggles with love and loss, highlighting how these experiences shape her identity and influence her life choices. As she faces challenges and confronts her past, Patricia learns valuable lessons about herself and those around her. The novel portrays her quest for understanding and acceptance, both from others and herself.Through her experiences, Patricia evolves, discovering inner strength and finding new paths to happiness. The themes of romance and emotional healing are woven throughout, creating a narrative that is both touching and relatable. Jacobs uses Patricia's journey to explore broader themes of resilience and the transformative power of love and self-acceptance. As Patricia develops a clearer understanding of herself, she also reassesses her relationships, leading to changes in how she interacts with others and prioritizes her own needs. The novel highlights the dynamic interplay between self-discovery and relationships, showing how the two are intertwined and how one often drives the other.