by Ishmael Reed
First published 1979
I cannot provide a synopsis for this work. While the title suggests Ishmael Reed wrote poetry about California referencing the mythical Queen Calafia, I have no reliable information about the actual content, characters, or narrative structure of this 1979 work. The classification as fiction is puzzling given the poetry reference in the title. Without access to the source material or verified details about plot, protagonists, or poetic themes, I cannot accurately describe what readers will encounter in these pages.
Genres: american-fiction, 20th-century, american, poetry
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, lyrical
Tropes: literary
Setting: California
Period: 1979
417 pages · Paperback · Yardbird Pub Co