30th of May and Other Poems

In ‘The 30th of May and Other Poems,’ Okoye Sunday masterfully weaves together themes of love, betrayal, forgiveness, homecoming, and the quest for freedom. Drawing inspiration from his Igbo heritage, this collection of poems spans over three decades of poetic expression. The title poem, ‘The 30th of May,’ pays tribute to the resilience of the Biafran spirit, referencing the 1803 Igbo Landing, where enslaved Igbo people chose death over bondage, symbolizing their unwavering pursuit of freedom. Through his powerful verses, Okoye Sunday crafts a narrative that is both deeply personal and collectively resonant, delving into the intricacies of human experience and the unyielding determination of a people. ‘The 30th of May and Other Poems’ stands as a powerful testament to the enduring power of poetry to illuminate our shared humanity and the indelible bonds of identity and culture.