This series delves into the vibrant religious, cultural, and political expressions of African and diaspora peoples. It explores how these practices have evolved across continents and cultures, pushing the boundaries of traditional religious studies. Readers will discover the diverse ways African-derived religions have shaped culture and politics, gaining insight into their pivotal role in forging the "New World."
In Hope Draped in Black Joseph R. Winters responds to the belief that America follows a constant trajectory of racial progress, using African American literature and film to construct an idea of hope that embraces melancholy in order to acknowledge and mourn America's traumatic history.
In Religion and the Making of Nigeria Olufemi Vaughan examines how Christian, Muslim, and indigenous religious structures along with the legacies of British colonial rule have provided the essential social and ideological frameworks for the construction of contemporary Nigeria.