The Genius By Warren E. Henry October 5, 1999 Genius born in slavery Eager mind, impression made Oracle, lost in casualty Reclaimed for prize horse in trade Grace, Simpson College, maturity Exhibit in art, talent displayed Wonder about nature, for knowledge yearned Armed with vigor, brain and skill Sweet Potatoes yielding secrets earned Human health, a need to fill Important nutrient in peanuts learned Noble deeds proliferate, his mind an idea mill Goal unbounded, about human path concerned Tuskegee, garden for nurture, robust will Onward and upward, the tables turned Nature and destiny to fulfill Caring, striving night and day Aims encouraged career design Royal pigment from plants and clay Valor, science and art combined Excellence emerged, messages convey Reverence for Carver, a soul divine