In Zainab Hussain’s “Bloodlines,” the poem explores the complex dynamics between individuals connected by blood but separated by divergent beliefs and values. It contrasts the speaker's perceived rebelliousness and imperfections with the expectations of love and acceptance, portraying a sense of isolation and misunderstanding despite shared heritage.
Bloodlines
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To Be Me
In "To Be Me" by Linda Crate, the poet bravely confronts the harshness of society and the suffocating grip of financial obligations. With an unwavering ...
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