Kevin Young intertwines personal and public history

Kevin Young, a poet and director of the Schomburg Center, discusses his collection 'Brown', which explores themes of history and race. He reflects on personal experiences and the role of poetry in popular culture. Young also serves as the poetry editor for The New Yorker, promoting diverse voices.

What role does Kevin Young hold at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture?

• Librarian

• Archivist

• Curator

• Director

Which historical figures are mentioned in Young's collection 'Brown'?

• Frederick Douglass

• Harriet Tubman

• John Brown, James Brown, and Linda Brown

• Martin Luther King Jr.

In the poem 'Shirts and Skins', what does Young explore?

• Casual bigotry in his life

• The beauty of nature

• The history of Harlem

• His love for music

How does Kevin Young view the role of poetry in popular culture?

• As something to be reached for

• As a historical document

• As a scientific study

• As an exclusive art form

What position does Kevin Young hold at The New Yorker magazine?

• Art Director

• Managing Editor

• Poetry Editor

• Editor-in-Chief