Benjamin Zephaniah: The life of an artist and activist in his own words

Writer and poet Benjamin Zephaniah, who has died aged 65, was known for his passion and dedication to his principles.

From encouraging ethnic minority representation in children's literature to refusing his OBE, Benjamin Zephaniah was dearly loved across the world of literature.

This is a video reflection of some of his greatest work, as poets pay tribute to a "titan of literature".

Video by Gem O'Reilly

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