Black is the Journey, Africana the Name

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Exploring the interconnected histories of Africa, Europe, and the Americas, this book examines the cultural and political dimensions of the Black Atlantic shaped by the slave trade and colonialism. It delves into varying perceptions of the Black body and experience across these regions, addressing themes of visibility and silence. By intertwining personal narrative with broader societal issues, the author critiques France's myth of color-blindness and exposes ongoing structural racism, ultimately suggesting that true freedom lies in the journey through these interconnected spaces.