Praise Song for the Day: A Poem for Barack Obama's Presidential Inauguration - Softcover

Alexander, Elizabeth

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1555975453 ISBN 13: 9781555975456

Publisher: Graywolf Press, 2009

Synopsis

On January 20, 2009, Elizabeth Alexander served as the fourth ever inaugural poet and a central participant in one of the most closely watched inaugurations in American history. Selected by Barack Obama, Alexander composed and delivered her original poem "Praise Song for the Day" to an audience of millions, and now the poem can be read and savored for posterity. Printed on heavy, uncoated stock, with French flaps, and a silver foil stamp, this collectible chapbook is a cherished reminder of this monumental presidential event.

Also available in Spanish.
Canto de alabanza para el día: Poema para la ceremonia inaugural del mandato de Barack Obama

About this title

Book Description:

A stylish collectible edition of Elizabeth Alexander’s 2009 inaugural poem. This elegant chapbook is printed on uncoated stock, with a silver foil stamp, French flaps, and includes a complete author bio. A cherished reminder of this historic presidential event.

About the Author:

Elizabeth Alexander is the author of four collections of poetry, the most recent of which is American Sublime, two collections of essays, and several edited volumes. She is Professor of African-American Studies, English, and American Studies at Yale University.

About this edition

• Publisher: Graywolf Press
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1555975453
• ISBN 13: 9781555975456
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 28