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Ego-Tripping and Other Poems for Young People

by Nikki Giovanni · 1974 · 76 pages

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Insightful and fun, this collection of poetry captures the essence of the African American experience for young people.

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Themes
african american
Audience
childrenspicture books
Length
short · 76 pages
Form
poetry

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