Irki
“Irki” by Kadija George is a signed edition published by Peepal Tree Press Limited in 2013, featuring 87 pages in English. This collection of poetry explores the intersection of a pan-African homeland and the complexities of a British upbringing, presenting a range of stories that are at times humorous, affectionate, and poignant. The work delves into themes of private fostering, migration, and the concept of home as both a physical and imagined space.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of experiences reflecting the challenges of growing up black in Britain during the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, often referred to as the “Michael Jackson generation.” The poems draw on the poet’s travels and intimate childhood memories, capturing the dislocations and negotiations that accompany migration. This collection invites reflection on identity and belonging within a racially divided society, offering insights into the complexities of cultural heritage and personal history.
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A collection that brings to bear the memory of a pan-African homeland upon the reality of a British upbringing, this book unlocks stories–at times amusing and loving, at other times confusing and sad–that surround the “invisibility” of private fostering; the dislocations and negotiations of migration; and home as an imagined, remembered, and physical place. Exploring the idea of growing up black as one of the “Michael Jackson generation,” against the racially divided background of Britain in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, this poetry compilation also draws upon the poet’s travels to relate intimate childhood experiences.
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