Although Lucy Terry was a poet, only one of her poems, a ballad called "Bars Fight," has survived. In 1756, Lucy Terry married Abijah Prince, a prosperous free black man who purchased her freedom.

A ballad is a type of poem that was traditionally set to music. The word ‘ballad’ comes from the Latin ‘ballare’ which means to dance – it’s also where the word ‘ballet’ comes from.

It’s been said that a sermon should be judged by its impact beyond the moment when it’s preached. In the last month, the bishop’s sermon at the National Cathedral has been making a difference.

Sanchez employs the traditional ballad form to tell a story that is both tragic and urgent, using lyrical grace to depict the injustices faced by Black individuals. Why Read It? This poem is a ...

If you hear “The Rose” on the radio today and don’t know the story behind it, you might just assume the touching ballad was a standalone-type thing written to capitalize on the vocal strengths of ...

Even after years of living in the same area, there can be mind-bending moments of revelation about its layout. An attempt to ...