Color (AmazonClassics Edition)

Countee Cullen's Color is a compelling debut poetry collection that delves into themes of race, faith, mortality, sexuality, and identity through deceptively simple verse. Rooted in the lyric tradition, Cullen’s work reflects not only universal themes but also serves as a deeply personal self-portrait of one of the distinguished voices of the Harlem Renaissance. This revised edition offers fresh editorial insights while preserving the emotional candor and humor that make Cullen's poetry resonate.