Classic and Contemporary Poetry

BEAUTY SHOPPE, by MARILYN NELSON                Poet Analysis     Poet's Biography
First Line: Yes, girl. He was fine. All night he'd groan I love you
Last Line: He's not worth it. Girl, that nigger broke my heart
Alternate Author Name(s): Waniek, Marilyn Nelson
Subject(s): African Americans; Love – Unrequited; Deception; Grief