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Imagine Juan Felipe Herrera

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A Poetic Journey Through the Life of an American Poet

Juan Felipe Herrera is one of the most important poets writing in America today. A former U.S. Poet Laureate, Herrera has written extensively about his experiences as a Mexican-American growing up in California. His work is often characterized by its use of language and imagery, and its exploration of themes such as identity, culture, and social justice.

Imagine

by Juan Felipe Herrera

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	31530 KB
Print length	:	32 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

In _Imagine Juan Felipe Herrera_, Herrera tells the story of his life and work. The book is a deeply personal and moving account of Herrera's journey from a young boy growing up in a migrant farmworker family to his rise to prominence as a poet and activist. The book is filled with vivid descriptions of Herrera's childhood and adolescence, and his experiences as a young man working in the fields and attending college.

Herrera also discusses his work as a poet, and his commitment to using his art to speak out for social justice. He writes about his experiences as the U.S. Poet Laureate, and his efforts to promote poetry and literacy in underserved communities. _Imagine Juan Felipe Herrera_ is a powerful and inspiring story of a poet who has used his art to make a difference in the world.

Praise for _Imagine Juan Felipe Herrera_

"A lyrical and moving memoir by one of America's most important poets." —__The New York Times__

"A powerful and inspiring story of a poet who has used his art to make a difference in the world." —__The Washington Post__

"A must-read for anyone interested in American poetry and the power of art to change lives." —__Library Journal__

About the Author

Juan Felipe Herrera is the son of migrant farmworkers. He was born in Fowler, California, and grew up in the San Joaquin Valley. Herrera began writing poetry as a child, and he has published over 30 books of poetry, including _Half of the World in Light_, which won the National Book Critics Circle Award in 2008. In 2015, Herrera was named the U.S. Poet Laureate.