by Margaret D. Stetz
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| Illustration: Nicola Jennings/The Guardian |
that future wealth between her legs—
how much will you
snatch?
the territory of her arms—
where will you
amputate?
those children clutching at her breast—
will you drag them
away?
in the history of auctions
another shameful sale
you feel you own
and now will barter
with another Master
on his terms
this body
this Ukraine
Margaret D. Stetz is the Mae and Robert Carter Professor of Women's Studies at the University of Delaware, as well as a widely published poet. She is also a Ukrainian American, proud of her heritage.
