"Beyond Katrina" is a non-fiction book by American poet and former U.S. Poet Laureate Natasha Trethewey, published in 2010. The book is a memoir and investigative report that examines the impact of Hurricane Katrina on the Gulf Coast region of the United States and the ways in which the disaster exposed the racial and economic inequalities that persist in the country. Trethewey, who was born and raised in the Gulf Coast region, uses her personal experiences and family history to explore the history of the area and its complex relationship with race, class, and politics. She also interviews survivors of the hurricane and government officials to provide a detailed account of the failures of the government response to the disaster. The book is praised for its lyrical prose and powerful insights into the human experience of tragedy and loss, as well as its unflinching critique of the government's response to the crisis.
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