Book · 2018 · American poetry
American sonnets for my past and future assassin
Why people recommend it
American Sonnets for My Past and Future Assassin by Terrance Hayes is an inventive and politically charged poetry collection that addresses contemporary American life, race, and history through a series of formal sonnets. On an episode of The Book Review titled Stephen Fry on Reimagining the Greek Myths, Andrew Lavallée recommended the poetry collection, noting that it was a book published a couple of years prior that he was currently reading and greatly enjoying. Furthermore, on the episode titled Michael Lewis and Tana French on Their Latest Books, Alexandra Alter discussed the collection while recognizing Hayes's work as a finalist for major literary accolades, praising the book as a fantastic achievement in contemporary poetry. The podcast discussions emphasized the profound emotional resonance, technical brilliance, and urgent social commentary embedded within Hayes's verse. Contributors highlighted the collection's ability to capture the anxieties and complexities of the modern American experience, cementing its status as a vital work of contemporary literature. Through these appreciative mentions, the speakers underscored the lasting impact of Hayes's poetic voice, encouraging listeners to engage with a book that continues to resonate powerfully across the literary landscape.
Who recommended it
- Alexandra Alter Discussed
- Andrew Lavallée Recommended
Alexandra Alter — 2 mentions
“Terrence Hayes made the cut for American Sunnet from a past and future assassin which was a a fantastic collection”
“Terrence Hayes made the cut for American Sunnet from a past and future assassin which was a a fantastic collection”
Andrew Lavallée — 2 mentions
“and one of the ones that I'm reading right now is a book that came out a couple of years ago called American sonnets for my past and future Assassin by Terrence Hayes”
“and one of the ones that I'm reading right now is a book that came out a couple of years ago called American sonnets for my past and future Assassin by Terrence Hayes”