Zami: A New Spelling of My Name: A Biomythography

Zami: A Carriacou name for women who work together as friends and lovers

"Zami is a fast-moving chronicle. From the author's vivid childhood memories in Harlem to her coming-of-age in the late 1950s, the nature of Audre Lorde's work is cyclical. It especially relates to the linkage of women who have shaped her... Lorde brings into play her craft of lush description and characterization. It keeps unfolding page after page."--Off Our Backs

"Among the elements that make the book so good are its personal honesty and lack of pretentiousness, characteristics that shine through the writing, bespeaking the evolution of a strong and remarkable character."--The New York Times

Audre Lorde's groundbreaking biomythography weaves together poetry, prose, and personal narrative to explore identity, desire, and self-discovery. This seminal work transcends traditional autobiography, blending myth and memory to examine the author's journey as a Black lesbian feminist writer. Lorde's lyrical prose and unflinching honesty create an intimate portrait of artistic development and political consciousness. Essential reading for anyone interested in queer literature, feminist theory, or the transformative power of language and lived experience.