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Afropea

- A Post-Western and Post-Racist Utopia

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Challenging conventional notions of racial and regional identity, L?onora Miano provides a fresh perspective on the complexities of self-perception. In this ground-breaking exploration, French-Cameroonian author L?onora Miano unveils a distinct sensibility shaped by her sub-Saharan African roots, setting her apart from those who identify as Afro-Europeans, or Afropeans, a group forged within the European context. Drawing on her unique perspective, Miano reveals the complexities that determine self-perception and complicate the bonds of identification and solidarity between Afro-Europeans and their sub-Saharan counterparts. Contrasting with France's approach of lumping all citizens of sub-Saharan descent together under an "African" label, the author questions the effectiveness of such categorization in fostering a genuine connection to one's country and assuming responsibility for its future. Despite the many challenges, Miano finds hope in the Afropean identity--those who embrace the fusion of Africa and Europe within their self-designation--believing it holds the potential to embody a transformative, fraternal, anti-imperialist, and anti-racist societal project. Yet, she acknowledges the persistent struggle for acceptance and understanding in a society grappling with identity tensions. In this powerful narrative, Miano examines the allure of rejection that exists on both sides of the divide, offering a nuanced examination of the delicate balance between cultures, identities, and the pursuit of a utopian vision. Timely and captivating, this book is essential to understanding the Afropean perspective.

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Detaljer
  • SprogEngelsk
  • Sidetal232
  • Udgivelsesdato23-10-2013
  • ISBN139781803093420
  • Forlag Seagull Books
  • Nummer i serien429
  • FormatHardback
Størrelse og vægt
  • Vægt1292 g
  • Dybde2,7 cm
  • coffee cup img
    10 cm
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    15,2 cm
    22,8 cm

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