Black Gold of the Sun: Searching for Home in Africa and Beyond [Lingua Inglese] - Brossura

Eshun, Ekow

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ISBN 10: 0307275787 ISBN 13: 9780307275783

Casa editrice: Vintage Books, 2007

Riassunto

An evocative, deeply personal memoir recalls the author's--born in London to native African parents--journey to Ghana in search of his roots, reflecting on the physical, historical, and emotional aspects of his odyssey; his racially charged youth; and long-hidden secrets about his heritage. Reprint.

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Recensione:

“A life-affirming memoir about belonging, identity, and hope.” —Ebony“An impressive debut. . .An unusual memoir in which the personal and the political are entwined with great skill.” —The Times (London)“Leavened with insight, self-awareness, and flashes of humor . . .Eshun is a skilled wordsmith.” —Christian Science Monitor “Refreshing. . .Eshun’s writing is fluid and self-assured. . .his wistfulness and wry sense of humor add to the book’s charm. . .an engaging and eye-opening account of one man’s journey toward self-discovery.” —Black Issues Book Review

L'autore:

Ekow Eshun is a former editor of the British men's magazine Arena and is now artistic director of the Institute of Contemporary Arts in London, where he lives. This is his first book.

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• Editore: Vintage Books
• Data di pubblicazione: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0307275787
• ISBN 13: 9780307275783
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 228
• Disegnatore: Ofili Chris