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Handout
Authors Calendar

Author's Calendar: Amiri Baraka

For Students 9th - 10th
Until 1968, Amiri Baraka was known as Everett LeRoi Jones. After converting to the Muslim faith, "he assumed the name Imamu Amiri Baraka". Amiri's life story is found at this site, along with his works listed in chronological order.
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Unit Plan
Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Poetry of Liberation: Amiri Baraka

For Students 9th - 10th
Poet and playwright Amiri Baraka is featured in this brief biography for his radical views and contributions during the Black Arts Movement in America. See "Amiri Baraka Activities" for related resources.
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Website
Academy of American Poets

Poets.org: Amiri Baraka

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides some key facts and accomplishments in the life of African American poet and writer, Amiri Baraka.
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Handout
Black Past

Black Past: Baraka, Amiri

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a very brief encyclopedia entry about Amiri Baraka, born as Everett Leroi Jones. He is an impassioned poet and playwright who wrote about the black racial identity. A link to a website for more information is provided.