In this explosive book, Houston Baker takes stock of the current state of Black Studies in the university and outlines its responsibilities to the newest form of black urban expression—rap. A frank, polemical essay, Black Studies, Rap, and the Academy is an uninhibited defense of Black Studies and an extended commentary on the importance of rap. Written in the midst of the political correctness wars and in the aftermath of the Los Angeles riots, Baker's meditation on the academy and black urban expression has generated much controversy and comment from both ends of the political spectrum.
Black Literature and Culture Series
This series delves into the rich and multifaceted world of Black literature and culture. It explores pivotal works, authors, and movements that have shaped African American literary expression. Each volume offers profound insights into the historical, social, and artistic contexts influencing these vital contributions to global letters. It is essential reading for anyone interested in the depth and impact of the Black literary tradition.
There Ain't No Black in the Union Jack
- 366 pages
- 13 hours of reading
A brilliant and explosive exploration of racial discourses, this text provided a powerful new direction for race relations in Britain and is still dynamite today.