The Personal and Political in Mirakove's 'Occupation"
This essay is a book report on Carol Mirakove's long poem 'Occupied', which deals with the U.S. wars on Afghanistan and Iraq and the author's reaction to these events. Throughout the poem, the author uses outside information such as quotes, facts, and eyewitness reports that are an interesting addition to the poem. Through this outside information, the author's voice and viewpoint are established.