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Some poets sound bored when reading their own work. Not Brooks. Essential listening.

A photo of a thoughtful-looking Brooks.

A photo of the young poet.

A picture of an old-time pool hall.

Brooks wrote a review of a biography of Langston Hughes that is worth reading.

A biography of Brooks by George Kent.

Includes a bibliography of Brooks and a good selection of her poems.

A great summary of the different interpretations critics have given to the poem, including one that focuses on sexually suggestive readings.

One of the best introductory resources for Brooks poems, articles, and a lengthy biography.

A television program dedicated to honoring Brooks.