A Poet's Voice

African American poet Naomi Long Madgett shares stories from her own live and that of her ancestors as she reads from her work. She takes us back to her Oklahoma childhood, introducing her relatives, most notably her Aunt Octavia, an intriguingly independent woman who tragically died at the age of 34, and whose luminous beauty will haunt you as her life story haunts the poet. "Prologue," "Genesis" "Cottonwood Creek," "Octavia Song," and "At Rest" are among the poems that tell an immensely moving family saga, which is bolstered by a series of amazing archival photos of family and places. Terrific stuff--and through marvelous editing and a brilliant choice of supporting materials, all the elements come together to form a poignant, stirring production. You'll never forget these people, nor the person who celebrates their life--this radiant American poet. Highly recommended. Editor's Choice. Aud: H, C, P. (J. Reed)