Sister Love: The Letters of Audre Lorde and Pat Parker

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Sister Love: The Letters of Audre Lorde and Pat Parker 1974-1989 offers a unique insight into the lives and friendship of two influential poets of the 20th century. Audre Lorde and Pat Parker first met in 1969 and began exchanging letters regularly five years later. Over the next fifteen years, they shared ideas, advice, and personal confidences through handwritten and typewritten letters, postcards, and even included items like articles, money, and video tapes. This correspondence provides readers with an intimate look at their creative processes and personal struggles, including their experiences with breast cancer. The book, edited by Julie R. Enszer, is a testament to the enduring bond between Lorde and Parker. It showcases their discussions on writing, personal struggles, and the importance of sisterhood among Black women. The letters reveal the depth of their friendship and the ways in which they supported each other through life's challenges. Sister Love is not only a tribute to their friendship but also a valuable historical document, offering insights into the lives of two pivotal figures in Black feminist literature.