Classic and Contemporary Poetry

HANGING FIRE, by AUDRE LORDE            Poem Explanation     Poet Analysis     Poet's Biography
First Line: I am fourteen / and my skin has betrayed me
Last Line: And momma's in the bedroom / with the door closed
Alternate Author Name(s): Adisa-warrior, Gamba
Subject(s): Ethnic Groups - United States; Minorities - United States; Teenagers; United States - Race Relations