Codjoe | Understanding the African Diaspora | Buch | 978-1-032-61397-0 | sack.de

Buch, Englisch, 444 Seiten, Format (B × H): 174 mm x 246 mm, Gewicht: 453 g

Reihe: Routledge Global Africa Textbooks

Codjoe

Understanding the African Diaspora


1. Auflage 2025
ISBN: 978-1-032-61397-0
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 444 Seiten, Format (B × H): 174 mm x 246 mm, Gewicht: 453 g

Reihe: Routledge Global Africa Textbooks

ISBN: 978-1-032-61397-0
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd


Understanding the African Diaspora offers a clear and engaging introduction to the global movements, histories, and cultural experiences of African and African-descended peoples, from ancient times to the present.

The book traces the wide-reaching impact of the African diaspora, shaped by both forced and voluntary migrations, including the transatlantic slave trade, colonialism, and more recent waves of movement. It explores how African-descended communities have contributed to and reshaped societies across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, while maintaining enduring ties to the African continent. Each chapter presents key historical developments, cultural expressions, and political struggles, supported by maps, timelines, and infographics that help bring complex topics into focus. Students are introduced to major debates in the field and regional case studies that highlight the diversity and resilience of African diasporic life.

Designed especially for courses in African Diaspora Studies, this textbook is also well-suited for African and African American history and related programs. Its accessible structure and interdisciplinary approach make it ideal for undergraduate students, educators, and general readers seeking a strong foundation in one of the most significant and far-reaching movements in global history.

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General, Postgraduate, Undergraduate Advanced, and Undergraduate Core


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List of figures
Acknowledgments

PART I: General Background
Introduction
1. Foundations of the African diaspora

PART II: The Global African Diaspora
2. North America
3. The Caribbean
4. Latin America
5. Brazil
6. Europe
7. Asia Pacific
8. Arabia and the Mediterranean

PART III: The African Diaspora Experience
9. Resilience and resistance
10. Rebellion and liberation
11. Homeward bound
12. The new African diaspora
13. Reparations and repair
14. Global anti-black racism

PART IV: Footprints and Accomplishments
15. Global historical impact and contributions

INDEX


Henry M. Codjoe is director emeritus of institutional research and Adjunct Professor at Dalton State College, USA.



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