Boubacar Boris Diop , Caroline BescheaFache , Vera WulfingLeckie
Africa Beyond The Mirror
- ISBN 13:
- 9780956930750
- author:
- Boubacar Boris Diop , Caroline BescheaFache , Vera WulfingLeckie
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- AYEBIA CLARKE PUBLISHING LTD
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 1.3 x 15.2 x 23.5 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Multicultural Studies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Africa Beyond the Mirror by Boubacar Boris Diop explores the complexities of African identity and challenges common stereotypes. This collection of essays tackles topics such as language, migration, cultural heritage, and historical events like the Rwandan genocide, shedding light on the often-overlooked realities behind Africa's portrayal in the media. Diop seeks to expose the lies and clichés that perpetuate Afrophobia, a growing fear of African people. By examining the role of globalization, European politics, and personal experiences, he aims to promote a more nuanced understanding of the continent and its inhabitants. Through his work, Diop encourages readers to look beyond the surface-level representations of Africa and instead confront the harsh truths that lie beneath.
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