In Memoriam: Benjamin Zephaniah (1958-2023)

0
812

WhatsOn Condolences:

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Benjamin Zephaniah, the legendary poet and writer from Birmingham.

Benjamin was a powerful voice for social justice and equality, and his work inspired generations of readers and writers. His poems tackled themes of race, politics, and social justice with a unique blend of humor and passion. He was a true champion of the underdog and a tireless advocate for change.

He was awarded numerous accolades for his work, including the Commonwealth Poetry Prize, the Cholmondeley Award, and the PEN Pinter Prize. He was also made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2003.

Prolific Poem:

Windrush Child:

(Awarded the T.S. Eliot Prize in 2001)

A child of Empire, I
Born in the Caribbean sun
Came to England looking for fun
But what I found was more than one

I found racism and hate
I found prejudice and fear
But I also found love and hope
And the strength to persevere

I found my voice and my pen
And I used them to fight
For the rights of all people
And for a world that is fair and bright

So let this poem be a tribute
To the Wind rush generation
And to all who have fought
For a better world and nation

Like
5
Site içinde arama yapın
Kategoriler
Read More
Film
Ace Your Accounting Assignments with Expert Help from DoMyAccountingAssignment.com
As an accounting assignment helper, I understand the challenges students face when it comes to...
By Bailey Williams bir yıl önce 0 1K
Film
Retinal Imaging Market: A Look at the Industry's Current Status and Future Outlook
Retinal imaging is an efficient way for the optometrist to assess eye health using a...
By Chhaya Chavan 2 yıl önce 0 955
Other
Best Java Course in Noida with 100% Placement Assistance
Unlock your potential with our top-tier Java training program, guided by industry experts....
By CodeSquadz Education 2 ay önce 0 605
Film
Wednesday Wisdom:Top 5 Best Books in Current Time
Discover the latest literary gems with our “Wednesday Wisdom”. Ali Hazelwood’s...
By WhatsOn Media bir yıl önce 0 683
Whatson Plus https://whatson.plus