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Praise Song for the DayPraise Song for the Day

Praise Song for the Day

A Poem for Barack Obama's Presidential Inauguration

Elizabeth Alexander, Elizabeth Alexander

About this book

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.

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OL Work ID
OL14991967W

Subjects

PresidentsInaugurationInauguration DayPoetryAmerican poetryAfrican AmericansWomenPoetry (poetic works by one author)Inauguration, 2009

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