Blythe Baird reads "The Purchase" by Aimee Nezhukumatathil

The video features a spoken word poet reading a favorite piece by Amy Nazuka Matado titled 'The Purchase.' The poem explores storytelling through a narrative about a family in a Philippine village, a dog, and a snake. It reflects on cultural storytelling, family history, and the mother's past experiences, including her numerous suitors and a forgotten dog in Chicago.

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