Chasing Utopia: A Hybrid is a collection of poems by Nikki Giovanni in 2013. The poetry of Nikki Giovanni can stimulate all of the senses. The Utopia mentioned in the titular poem is a beer that is brewed by Sam Adams with a suggested retail price of $190.00 per bottle and with an alcohol content of 27%. In the poems of the book there are references to foods, beverages, literature, music, civil rights, arts, etc. I have seen her referred to as being controversial. This is something that I do not understand. She has often spoken out against racial injustices, and she is known for directly stating her views on various subjects. I would recommend savoring her poems. One would miss a great deal if would speed read her writings just as one should savor every bite of a sumptuous meal. Few writers move as much as she does. She definitely deserves all of the awards and accolades that she has received.
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