Voyage of the Sable Venus by Robin Coste Lewis

Voyage of the Sable Venus

A Raw, Personal Exploration of Black Identity in Poetry

Length3h05m
Release dateAugust 31, 2021
Languageenglish
★★★★★ 5.0 (2 ratings)

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AuthorRobin Coste Lewis
NarratorRobin Coste Lewis
Runtime3h05m
PublishedAugust 31, 2021
Rating★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (2 ratings)
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, Poetry, African American, Politics & Social Sciences, Social Sciences, Gender Studies
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

‘Voyage of the Sable Venus’ is a profound and deeply personal journey through the history of the black female figure, narrated by its author Robin Coste Lewis. This poignant collection seamlessly blends historical facts with poetic expression, offering listeners an intimate perspective on race, identity, and resilience. Each poem in this triptych serves as a powerful lens through which to view the complexities of black womanhood, making it both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant.

Tags: poetrypersonal explorationrace and identityhistoricalreflective

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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Robin Coste Lewis’s narration brings her words to life with haunting intensity, capturing the essence of every line with unwavering passion. Her voice is at once soothing and urgent, pushing listeners into a reflective state that can be both uncomfortable and enlightening. The collection’s structure as a triptych adds layers of depth, each segment building upon the last like chapters in a compelling narrative. However, the pacing occasionally lingers on certain poems, which might feel drawn out to some. Despite this minor critique, Lewis’s powerful delivery makes ‘Voyage of the Sable Venus’ an audiobook that demands and rewards repeated listens.

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