Been to Yesterdays

Set against the backdrop of the 1950s, the narrative explores the challenges faced by young Lee Bennett Hopkins, including his parents' divorce and an unstable home life. Through a series of poignant autobiographical poems, he reflects on his childhood memories, particularly of his cherished grandmother, while expressing his dreams of becoming a writer. The collection powerfully conveys the emotions, struggles, and aspirations of a boy navigating a tumultuous time.