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The aftermath of colonial rule compelled African nations to embark on a journey toward self-determination, grappling with the remnants of foreign domination while striving to forge identities rooted in indigenous cultures. Beyond Chains: The Negritude Renaissance explores this transformative era through the intertwined lives of Mbaindu, a visionary leader; Kadiatu, a passionate poet; and Sorie, an enterprising economist.
At the heart of the novel is the Negritude movement-a revolutionary intellectual and cultural force that sought to reclaim African identity from the shadows of colonialism. Through these compelling characters, the narrative delves into the struggles of nation-building, cultural affirmation, and economic autonomy in a world still haunted by colonial legacies.
Richly woven with historical insight and poetic prose, Beyond Chains is both a celebration of Africa's past and a testament to the resilience of its people. It offers a vivid portrait of an awakening continent, where literature, politics, and culture collide in the fight for identity and self-determination. This is a must-read for lovers of historical fiction and African literature.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
The aftermath of colonial rule compelled African nations to embark on a journey toward self-determination, grappling with the remnants of foreign domination while striving to forge identities rooted in indigenous cultures. Beyond Chains: The Negritude Renaissance explores this transformative era through the intertwined lives of Mbaindu, a visionary leader; Kadiatu, a passionate poet; and Sorie, an enterprising economist.
At the heart of the novel is the Negritude movement-a revolutionary intellectual and cultural force that sought to reclaim African identity from the shadows of colonialism. Through these compelling characters, the narrative delves into the struggles of nation-building, cultural affirmation, and economic autonomy in a world still haunted by colonial legacies.
Richly woven with historical insight and poetic prose, Beyond Chains is both a celebration of Africa's past and a testament to the resilience of its people. It offers a vivid portrait of an awakening continent, where literature, politics, and culture collide in the fight for identity and self-determination. This is a must-read for lovers of historical fiction and African literature.