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Unpacking 'Yellowface': A critical look at cultural appropriation in literature
The book skillfully critiques the hypocrisy within the piblishing industry, delve into themes like emotional theft and cultural sensitivity. Yellow face compels readers to reflect on the nuances of cultural representation and the profound value of authentic narratives
Debunking Myths: 'Africa Is Not a Country' and the Diversity of a Continent
"Africa is not a Country" by Dipo Faloyin proved to be a thought-provoking and enlightening exploration of the complexities surrounding Africa's identity, historical narratives, and the impact of external influences on its perception.
All the White Friends I Couldn’t Keep: Racial Awakening and Black Identity
Explore the thought-provoking journey of racial identity and friendship in 'All the White Friends I Couldn't Keep' by Andre Henry. Uncover profound insights through personal experiences, poignant reflections, and challenging observations that shed light on systemic racism, privilege, and the complexities of maintaining relationships across racial lines.
SMALL WORLDS
"Small Worlds" by Caleb Azumah Nelson is a poignant novel that beautifully explores love, loss, and identity through the lens of an immigrant's journey. This heartfelt narrative delves into the emotional spaces between people and the power of memory, making it a must-read, particularly for those with immigrant backgrounds
Frère d'Âme (At Night All Blood Is Black): exploring identity and colonialism in David Diop's WWI Narrative
"Frère d'Âme" (or "At Night All Blood is Black") is a novel by David Diop about Alfa Ndiaye, a Senegalese soldier fighting for France in World War I. Alfa becomes consumed with a desire for revenge after his closest friend is killed in battle, leading him to carry out brutal acts against German soldiers.
Tracing Generational Trauma in 'Homegoing' by Yaa Gyasi
Homegoing is Ghanaian American author Yaa Gyasi's first historical fiction novel, which was published in 2016. With each chapter of the novel following a different descendant of an Asante woman named Maame, starting with her two daughters, who are half-sisters, separated by circumstance.
Black and Female: Reflections on Race, Gender
In addition to serving as a powerful and eloquent reflection on the impact of imperialism on the author's life, Black & Female also stands as a thoughtful essay on the history of Zimbabwe formerly Rhodesia.
Book Review: 'The Other Black Girl' – Navigating Microaggressions in the Publishing Industry
Nella Rogers, a young Black woman working at a publishing company in New York City. As one of the few Black employees in a predominantly white workplace, she is often forced to navigate a minefield of microaggressions, stereotypes, and unspoken expectations.
Angela Y. Davis's 'Freedom Is a Constant Struggle': Connecting Global Movements Against Oppression
In these newly collected essays, interviews, and speeches, world-renowned activist and scholar Angela Y. Davis illuminates the connections between struggles against state violence and oppression throughout history and around the world.
Book Review: 'White Negroes' by Lauren Michele Jackson – Unpacking Cultural Appropriation
White Negroes by Lauren Michele Jackson is a sharp critique of cultural appropriation, revealing how blackness is commodified and fetishized by whiteness for profit and status. Jackson dissects the contradictions of a society that exploits black culture while disregarding black struggles, urging readers to confront the deep inequalities that persist.
Book Review: 'White Tears/Brown Scars' – Examining Feminism and Racial Dynamics
I have always been an outspoken feminist but never a fan of the specific word. The appropriation of the word by white women has inevitably made me uncomfortable and through the appropriation of the word, the appropriation of the cause and the fight.
Things Fall Apart': A Classic of African Literature
Set in the late 19th century, Things Fall Apart follows the story of Okonkwo, through the pre- and post-European colonisation era
