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"Balances" is a poem by Yolande Cornelia Giovanni, an American poet, writer, and activist. The poem was published in 1970 as part of Giovanni's collection, "Black Feeling, Black Talk." The poem is a reflection on the balance of power between men and women in society. The speaker highlights the way in which society expects women to be submissive and obedient to men, and how this expectation is perpetuated in the language and literature of the time. The poem also touches on the intersection of race and gender, with the speaker acknowledging that black women face even greater obstacles in their struggle for equality. Poetic Elements:
In "Balances," Giovanni challenges the societal expectations placed on women, particularly black women, and calls for a more equitable distribution of power. The poem is a powerful and necessary reminder that the fight for equality is ongoing and that everyone has a role to play in making the world a more just and equitable place. Poem Snippet: "the truth is we all have to live together and women got to be a part of the balance of power." Copyright (c) 2024 PoetryExplorer | Discover our Poem Explanations and Poet Analyses!Other Poems of Interest...PENMAEN POOL by GERARD MANLEY HOPKINS THE HAPPY LIFE by MARCUS VALERIUS MARTIALIS RUNNING THE BATTERIES by HERMAN MELVILLE |
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