Iep Jaltok: Poems from a Marshallese Daughter (Volume 80) (Sun Tracks)

If you buy only one poetry book this year, let it be this one! The author explores the full range of human experience through the lens of the effects of colonization and nuclear testing on modern Micronesian people. From her mastery of words to her perfected stylization, this is sure to be a frequently revisited member of your bookshelf.

The poetry wasn't very creative. a modern poet lacking some poetic elements that would make the poems more powerful.I do enjoy her one poem, "tell them"

Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner is an inspiration, calling on the human race to social and political change to guard against the very personal effects climate change is having in The Marshallese Islands, and by extension, the world as a whole, all through her poetry. If you ever have the chance to meet her or watch and hear her in person, please do. Simply an amazing soul.

100 percent recommend. Much better than Lang Leav’s Sad Girls novel honestly. I’ve read both and I can tell you that Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner is the real deal. You won’t regret buying it.

This is the first collection by Marshallese poet Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner and one worthy of any book shelf. Whether you're well-versed in the history of the Marshall Islands or can barely locate Micronesia on a map, Jetnil-Kijiner's words resonate strongly because they're anchored in universal themes -- family, culture, identity, and belonging. In Iep Jaltok, Jetnil-Kijiner addresses global issues like climate change and migration through poems that offer a first-hand glimpse into a country and people little known by the outside despite historical ties to other Pacific Islands, Asia, Europe and America. Through her powerful spoken word performances and as an advocate for climate justice, Jetnil-Kijiner has garnered global recognition. Now she offers her own open basket of treasures for readers to discover.

Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner does a great job at raising awareness about a global threat that we should all be concerned with. She is an inspiration to many!

I really liked this collection, startling and beautiful in the way it tells her story and the story of Marshallese women. I'm so glad I was able to read this and everyone should buy a copy!

Great Job..