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All the White Friends I Couldn’t Keep: Racial Awakening and Black Identity
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All the White Friends I Couldn’t Keep: Racial Awakening and Black Identity

Explore the thought-provoking journey of racial identity and friendship in 'All the White Friends I Couldn't Keep' by Andre Henry. Uncover profound insights through personal experiences, poignant reflections, and challenging observations that shed light on systemic racism, privilege, and the complexities of maintaining relationships across racial lines.

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Frère d'Âme (At Night All Blood Is Black): exploring identity and colonialism in David Diop's WWI Narrative
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Frère d'Âme (At Night All Blood Is Black): exploring identity and colonialism in David Diop's WWI Narrative

"Frère d'Âme" (or "At Night All Blood is Black") is a novel by David Diop about Alfa Ndiaye, a Senegalese soldier fighting for France in World War I. Alfa becomes consumed with a desire for revenge after his closest friend is killed in battle, leading him to carry out brutal acts against German soldiers. The novel explores themes of identity, brotherhood, and colonialism's impact on African soldiers. It has received critical acclaim for its portrayal of the psychological toll of war on soldiers and its exploration of a lesser-known aspect of World War I history.

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Book Review: 'White Negroes' by Lauren Michele Jackson – Unpacking Cultural Appropriation
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Book Review: 'White Negroes' by Lauren Michele Jackson – Unpacking Cultural Appropriation

White Negroes by Lauren Michele Jackson is a sharp critique of cultural appropriation, revealing how blackness is commodified and fetishized by whiteness for profit and status. Jackson dissects the contradictions of a society that exploits black culture while disregarding black struggles, urging readers to confront the deep inequalities that persist.

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