People, locations, nature – Bashabi Fraser deftly challenges conventions in her poetry, weaving her dual cultural experiences into a tapestry of interconnectedness. Join her on a journey exploring the vast terrain of human existence to really appreciate and understand what makes up our habitats. From the intricate landscapes of nature to the nuances of cultural duality, Fraser’s work challenges conventions and beckons readers to ponder their own journeys and connections. Whether it be the past, present or future, our habitats create a profound connection to the world around us.
We inhabit everything that comes our way: people, places, nature. Writing itself is our habitat. It is this space that Bashabi Fraser that explores in her new collection Habitat.
These poems challenge our understanding of rules and form when it comes to poetry. Bashabi plays with the duality that her life has instructed her with – through having lived in two different countries, experiencing two different cultures – yet allowing the parallels to still come through. At its core, this collection is about our journeys – where we have been, where we are going, and what we are moving through. It is all about our habitats and our connection to them.