Bøger af Leon Benson

Iskra Books is honored to present the latest in our Red Poetry Series, the brilliant and poignant Letters of Gratitude: I Am Because We Are, by Leon Benson. Benson, who spent twenty-five years wrongfully incarcerated by the state of Indiana, only recently having been exonerated of all charges, penned these letters from behind the prison wall, in gratitude for his life, his eventual freedom, his innocence, and the support of those who loved him. In the preface to Letters of Gratitude, educational theorist Derek R. Ford writes that we must "[r]ead how Leon moves from the (now) indisputable fact that his decades in prison ([including] one decade spent in torturous conditions) were due solely to a racist, capitalist system to the desire to build common unity with the recipients. The system he identifies and the techniques it's developed over centuries now to repress-that is to re-press, to press again, to mold-our state of mind into resignation and hatred, isn't denied or bypassed but acknowledged and transcended. It's like watching water flowing over a rock to reach the goal that we're raised not to be able to see or conceptualize: justice for all." Real justice for all begins with abolition-an abolition understood most deeply, and perhaps only, by those who have been directly wronged by the racist, capitalist system. Benson is one all abolitionists must listen to; the words of an insider-poetic, unbroken, shining from behind physical bars-allow those of us on the outside an opportunity to glimpse the profound state of gratitude and courage we all must cultivate in the struggle for a better world, for real justice.

"Shadows of Deception: A Kingdom's Desire" is an enthralling tale that weaves together the elements of war, lust, desire, and betrayal within the kingdom of Ethoria. Set against a backdrop of political intrigue and impending conflict, the story follows a diverse cast of characters whose lives become intricately intertwined as they navigate the treacherous paths laid before them.In a fragile peace, Ethoria stands as a realm on the precipice of chaos. The council, tasked with maintaining order, finds themselves ensnared in a web of deceit and hidden agendas. Captain Alexander, haunted by a past shrouded in mystery, becomes a reluctant hero caught between duty and personal desires. Lady Sophia, torn between her loyalty to the kingdom and her yearning for forbidden love, must confront the consequences of her choices. And Sir Robert, a loyal knight burdened by the weight of honor, faces a test of allegiance that could shape the fate of Ethoria.As war looms on the horizon, alliances are forged and shattered, secrets are unveiled, and the true nature of desire becomes a catalyst for both unity and discord. The shadows that lurk in the kingdom hold the key to untold power and ancient prophecies that threaten to reshape Ethoria's destiny. In their pursuit of power and control, characters must confront their own inner demons and grapple with the consequences of their actions.Amidst the chaos, love blossoms, igniting flames of passion and desire that transcend boundaries. Yet, with desire comes betrayal, as loyalties are tested, trust is shattered, and the true intentions of those closest to them are revealed. The characters must navigate a treacherous landscape, where truth and deception intertwine, and the line between friend and foe blurs.In this epic saga, readers are drawn into a world where shadows hold sway, and the desires of individuals and kingdoms shape the course of history. They will bear witness to epic battles, forbidden romances, and the profound sacrifices made in the name of love and honor. As Ethoria's legacy hangs in the balance, the characters' choices will determine the ultimate fate of the kingdom and the enduring legacy it leaves behind."Shadows of Deception: A Kingdom's Desire" is a captivating tale that explores the depths of human nature, the complexities of power, and the price one is willing to pay for their desires. It is a story that will transport readers into a world of intrigue, passion, and the eternal struggle between light and shadow.