Black Man's Tears

A Poetic Witness to Invisibility, Inheritance, and Becoming

John D Smith

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English

Scribe & Canvas Publishing
19 August 2025

Poetry; Christian life & practice; Christian aspects of sexuality, gender & relationships

Black Man's Tears is a powerful and lyrical collection of poetry exploring the inner and outer lives of Black men in America. Through five deeply reflective movements, poet and pastor John David Smith weaves themes of identity, fatherhood, faith, fear, silence, survival, and resilience

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These poems bear witness to generational pain, spiritual strength, and the complexity of manhood in a world that often misreads or ignores the Black male experience. With language that is both unflinching and compassionate, Smith invites readers into moments of lament, memory, protest, and praise.

Structured like a sermon-moving from reflection to revelation-Black Man's Tears speaks to those who have been silenced, misjudged, or unseen. It offers not only catharsis, but connection. These poems are not just meant to be read; they are meant to be felt, taught, and carried.

Ideal for readers of spiritual poetry, social reflection, and cultural commentary, this collection also includes a reflection guide for book clubs, classrooms, and community discussions.

By: John D Smith
Imprint: Scribe & Canvas Publishing
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 653g
ISBN: 9798999597533
Pages: 268
Publication Date: 19 August 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

John David Smith is a poet, pastor, storyteller, and entrepreneur whose writing blends spiritual depth with emotional clarity. Across genres-from love and longing to reflection and soulfulness-his words invite readers into spaces of healing, connection, and truth.With Black Man's Tears, Smith offers his most intimate collection to date: a lyrical reckoning that explores Black identity, fatherhood, faith, and the silent weight of survival. This work stands apart in its rawness and urgency, yet remains rooted in the same reverence for humanity that defines all his writing.He continues to write, create, and build community through faith, story, and service.