Selected Poems - Manzano

Selected Poems is a collection by Juan Francisco Manzano, a Cuban poet born into slavery. Translated by Irish abolitionist Richard Robert Madden, this work was published in 1840 and highlights Manzano's poignant reflections on freedom, identity, and the struggles of enslaved individuals. The collection is notable for its historical significance and its role in shedding light on the experiences of African slaves in Cuba.