HOG: Poems

by Van G. Garrett

Overview

Van G. Garrett explores moments in the life of bluesman Elmore "Hog" Garrett, the imagined godson of the legendary bluesman Slim Harpo. With poems that breathe life into this Southern story, Van G. Garrett's exploration into the fictionalized Elmore Garrett is both arresting and engaging, a worthy salute to one of America's authentic art forms.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940158759376
Publisher:	45 Alternate Press
Publication date:	07/18/2017
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	346 KB

About the Author

?Van G. Garrett is the winner of the 2017 Best Book of African American Poetry for his book, 49: Wings and Prayers, as announced by the Texas Association of Authors. Garrett is a poet and fiction writer. He is the author of Songs in Blue Negritude (poetry), ZURI: Selected Love Songs (poetry), The Iron Legs in the Trees (fiction), 49: Wings & Prayers (poetry), LENNOX IN TWELVE (poetry), and HOG (poetry). Additionally, Van’s poetry and art have been featured and exhibited around the world. His updates and appearances can be found at www.vanggarrettpoet.com.