Quote by: Linton Kwesi Johnson

I wrote two poems about the '81 uprisings: 'Di Great Insohreckshan' and 'Mekin Histri.' I wrote those two poems from the perspective of those who had taken part in the Brixton riots. The tone of the poem is celebratory because I wanted to capture the mood of exhilaration felt by black people at the time.


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Author Bio


  • NameLinton Kwesi Johnson
  • DescriptionDub poet
  • BornAugust 24, 1953
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • ProfessionSinger; Poet; Author