History of the Black World (213-0-1)

Instructors

Martha Biondi

Meeting Info

Kresge Cent. Hall 2-380 Kaplan: Tues, Thurs 12:30PM - 1:50PM

Overview of class

This course delves into the history of colonialism and anticolonialism in 20th century Africa through memoir, literary nonfiction, literature and film. Readings include Andree Blouin's My Country, Africa: Autobiography of the Black Pasionaria, Elaine Mokhtefi's Algiers, Third World Capital; Ngugi Wa Thiong'o's In the House of the Interpreter and Chinua Achebe's No Longer at Ease.

Learning Objectives

Students will be expected to understand:
*the dynamics of colonial control and governance
*the origins and character of anticolonial resistance
*the varied outcomes of struggle

Class Materials (Required)

Andree Blouin's My Country, Africa: Autobiography of the Black Pasionaria, Elaine Mokhtefi's Algiers, Third World Capital; Ngugi Wa Thiong'o's In the House of the Interpreter and Chinua Achebe's No Longer at Ease.

Class Attributes

Historical Studies Foundational Discipline
Historical Studies Distro Area
Global Perspectives on Power, Justice, and Equity