I, Too, Sing America: Three Centuries of African American Poetry, edited by Catherine Clinton and illustrated by Stephen Alcorn, is a rich anthology that traces African American history and identity through poetry. Spanning from the 18th-century slave poet Lucy Terry to contemporary voices like Rita Dove and Maya Angelou, the collection showcases the diverse experiences and enduring spirit of Black Americans. Each poem is accompanied by background context and biographies, offering young readers a deeper understanding of the struggles, triumphs, and evolving meaning of being a person of color in America. Opening with Langston Hughes’s iconic poem "I, Too," the anthology celebrates resilience, hope, and the ongoing quest for equality through powerful poetic voices across three centuries.
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