When poets refer to other great works, people, and events, it’s usually not accidental. Put on your super-sleuth hat and figure out why.
Geographical References
- Winston-Salem, North Carolina (7)
- Durham, North Carolina (8)
- Harlem, New York City, New York (9)
- City College, New York, New York (9)
- St. Nicholas Park, New York, New York (12)
- St. Nicholas Ave, New York, New York (12)
- Eighth Avenue, New York, New York (13)
- Seventh Avenue, New York, New York (13)
- YMCA, Harlem Branch, New York, New York (14)
Pop Culture References
- The YMCA (13)
- Bessie Smith (24)
- Bop music (24)
- Johann Sebastian Bach (24)