Herman Beavers - 'Requiem' (for Gwendolyn Brooks)

The transcript is a poetic tribute to Gwendolyn Brooks on her 100th birthday, titled 'Requiem'. It explores themes of Blackness, grief, silence, and the value of waiting. The poem reflects on Brooks' teachings and her deep understanding of the world, nature, and the intuitive knowledge of Black bodies.

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