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The Spectacle of Youth
I loved the children of the lion
When their manes were beginning to grow,
Simulating the ancient heroes.
I knew the greatness of their future
When they leap on the tender necks of antelopes
Which prided themselves on their fleetness.
I praised the skillfulness of their power,
Knowing how soon they will be killing buffaloes.
— Mazisi Kunene
Reference
Team, LP. (2024). Poem: “The Spectacle of Youth” by Mazisi Kunene. Literature PADI. https://www.literaturepadi.com.ng/2024/03/28/poem-the-spectacle-of-youth-by-mazisi-kunene/ (Accessed on August 27, 2025 at 07:17)
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