The Congo: A Study Of The Negro Race Comments

Is this poem obsoltete now OR: does this poem remains a topic of discussion and debate due to its racial imagery and representation. The poem is divided into three sections, each exploring different thematic elements.

MISSING A study of The White Race, truly!

Is this poem been obsolete now? I think so, I am sure IT IS.

FINAL COMMENT: Most important poem about racial problems chosen by Poem Hunter and Team. A thoughtful poemas The Modern Poem Of The Day

TEN: It celebrates vibrancy while acknowledging the darker aspects of history. However, it's essential to recognize that some readers find the poem racially offensive due to its stereotypical portrayal of African elements

NINE: Overall, "The Congo" reflects Lindsay's fascination with African culture and his attempt to challenge prevailing racist and colonial

EIGHT: The poem challenges stereotypes while acknowledging both the richness and violence in African history

SEVEN: Lindsay invokes Mumbo-Jumbo, the God of the Congo, suggesting that those who disregard these beliefs will face consequences.

SIX: Mumbo-Jumbo and Gods of the Congo: The final section warns against disrespecting African traditions.

FIVE: a minstrel river with an ebony palace. The emphasis is on delicate ideas and light-footedness, contrasting with the darkness of the previous section.

FOUR: Their Irrepressible High Spirits: Lindsay shifts to celebrate African culture. He presents a "negro fairyland" where dreams come true—

THREE: on a tin-pan gong. The poem captures the violence and chaos of colonial exploitation.

TWO: He vividly portrays the scene of tattooed cannibals dancing along the riverbank, with a blood- song and thigh-bone beating

ONE: Their Basic Savagery: In this section, Lindsay describes the Congo region, emphasizing its wildness and primal nature.

This poem remains a topic of discussion and debate due to its racial imagery and representation. The poem is divided into three sections, each exploring different thematic elements:

OK, this is not PC, but I love the rhythm of this poem. I did a reading a few years back for Toastmasters, warning them of its non-PC-ness. It actually was well received. It's a fun poem to read aloud and perform. Those who find it boring need to read it out loud with the correct rhythm.

I may never read the whole poem, but I glanced at some comments. Maybe I'll read it SOME DAY, the poem. bri ;)

FOUR: 'Nicholas Vachel Lindsay died in 1931, his funeral attended by hundreds. Cables expressing Lindsay's popularity and people's great sorrow at his death came from all over the nation.'

THREE: 'In 1920, Lindsay became the first American poet invited to recite at Oxford University and undertook his first national lecturing tour.'

TWO: 'In 1901 he was accepted as a student at the Art Institute of Chicago and began his pursuit of a career as an illustrator. He spent time reading the works of English mystic poet William Blake and writing poetry in earnest.'