Color

"Color" by Countee Cullen is a collection of poems that shines a light on what it means to be Black in America, from the unique perspective of the Harlem Renaissance. The book journeys through powerful emotions of love for the the African American culture, complex ideas of personal identity, and also battles with everyday racism. Cullen expresses both personal and collective stories, thinking hard about race and also what people believe, while also sharing hurtful true stories of being treated unfairly and the way prejudice can change someone. The collection doesn't only focus on heavier topics but also share the beauty and wonders of life, this leads to an overall deep look into the challenging life of Black identity and what it means to be human.