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Chronicles black hair's deep cultural significance.

"Don't Touch My Hair" is far more than a literal plea; it's a rich journey through the interwoven narratives of black heritage, dignity, and intellect. If you're fascinated by how personal identity and cultural history intersect, or if you're seeking to deepen your understanding of racial dynamics through the unique lens of hairstyling, this book offers a profound and educational perspective. Emma Dabiri's work promises to enlighten and engage with its interdisciplinary exploration of what might seem mundane but is deeply meaningful.

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ISBN: 9780141986289
Authors: Emma Dabiri
Publisher: Penguin
Date of Publication: 2020-03-05
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 4.26
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Groundbreaking . . . a scintillating, intellectual investigation into black women and the very serious business of our hair, as it pertains to race, gender, social codes, tradition, culture, cosmology, maths, politics, philosophy and history. From women's solidarity and friendship to forgotten African scholars and the dubious provenance of Kim Kardashian's braids, the scope of black hairstyling ranges from pop culture to cosmology, from prehistoric times to the (afro)futuristic. Uncovering sophisticated indigenous mathematical systems in black hairstyles, alongside styles that served as secret intelligence networks leading enslaved Africans to freedom, Don't Touch My Hair proves that far from being only hair, black hairstyling culture can be understood as an allegory for black oppression and, ultimately, liberation. SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2019 IRISH BOOK AWARDS.
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Chronicles black hair's deep cultural significance.

"Don't Touch My Hair" is far more than a literal plea; it's a rich journey through the interwoven narratives of black heritage, dignity, and intellect. If you're fascinated by how personal identity and cultural history intersect, or if you're seeking to deepen your understanding of racial dynamics through the unique lens of hairstyling, this book offers a profound and educational perspective. Emma Dabiri's work promises to enlighten and engage with its interdisciplinary exploration of what might seem mundane but is deeply meaningful.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.