Synopsis "Through my Brown Eyes (in English)"
Dive into the world of "Through my Brown Eyes", a collection of 180 poems by Toks Ayinla that explores what it means to be alive. From being a woman, a Black woman, a child, and a child of immigrants, to navigating friendships, love, and life's journey, Ayinla's poetry is a heartfelt reflection of life.Written in English, with poignant pieces translated in Yoruba to honour Ayinla's Nigerian heritage, "Through my Brown Eyes" is a powerful exploration of what it means to be. Divided into four sections - "About Self", "About Culture", "About Love", and "About Life" - this evocative collection takes readers on a soul-stirring voyage through a kaleidoscope of emotions, inviting them to see the world through Ayinla's unique perspective. Join Ayinla as she shares her raw, authentic, and beautifully crafted poetry that captures the joys, challenges, triumphs, and sorrows of life. "Through my Brown Eyes" is a testament to the resilience, diversity, and complexity of the human experience, an ode to self-discovery and self-expression, and a celebration of the power of words to inspire, provoke, and touch the heart.
