Blouin, Andrée
My Country, Africa: Autobiography of the Black Pasionaria (Verso's Southern Questions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781839768712
- author:
- Blouin, Andrée
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Verso
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 23.9 x 15.2 x 2.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, General, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Andrée Blouin's autobiography is a powerful account of her journey as an African revolutionary. Born in French Equatorial Africa and abandoned at a young age, Blouin's early life was marked by neglect and abuse, but she eventually found her voice and became a key figure in the struggles for decolonization in Africa. This book offers a sweeping survey of pan-African nationalism, capturing the intricacies of revolutionary diplomacy and the often-overlooked contribution of African women in the fight for independence. Blouin's story is one of radicalization, activism, and personal loss, as she witnessed the Congolese tragedy up close and advised leaders such as Patrice Lumumba. Alongside intimate portraits of the movement's leaders, Blouin provides a unique perspective on the complexities of revolutionary politics and the human cost of struggle. Through her autobiography, Blouin sheds light on a pivotal moment in African history, revealing the inner workings of the liberation movement and the personal sacrifices made by those who fought for independence.
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