Zami - Audre Lorde
Description
Zami: A New Spelling of My Name by Audre Lorde
Follow the luminous journey of Audre Lorde, the legendary "Black, lesbian, mother, warrior, poet," in this groundbreaking biomythography. Born in 1930s Harlem to Grenadian parents, young Audre navigates a world of sensory richness, racial awakening, hardship, and self-discovery—from snowy sidewalks and teenage struggles to vibrant friendships, passionate affairs, and a transformative trip to Mexico—emerging with fierce independence and joy. Buy in Kenya with fast delivery.
What you’ll learn
- The power of self-definition against societal fantasies and erasure
- How identity intersects with race, sexuality, class, and migration
- The beauty and resilience found in Black lesbian love and community
- Turning personal pain—suicide attempts, abortion, isolation—into strength
- Lorde's poetic celebration of sensuality, tenderness, and cultural roots
Who should read the Book
Lovers of memoirs, coming-of-age stories, or queer Black feminist voices. Perfect if you admire bold, lyrical prose like in Sister Outsider, tales of self-invention and survival, or works exploring love, sexuality, and diaspora—essential for anyone seeking inspiration, healing, or intersectional insight.
Why buy Zami from Readers’ Republik
- Trusted Kenyan online bookstore
- Carefully curated classic spiritual and literary works
- Convenient online ordering with fast delivery anywhere in Kenya
