Where I’m From
by Melanie Poonai
In ‘Where I’m From’ Poonai uses the structure created by George Ella Lyon to speak about themes of identity, family,
Melanie Poonai is a contemporary poet known for ‘Where I’m From.’ It uses the poet’s personal experiences and background to speak about the world around her. It suggests that the young poet is interested in themes like identity and culture.
In ‘Where I’m From’ Poonai uses the structure created by George Ella Lyon to speak about themes of identity, family,