African Migration Narratives: Politics, Race, and Space

This essay collection explores the representations of migration in African literature, film, and other visual media, analyzing how they shape and are shaped by migration debates, contribute to an understanding of globalization, and showcase the stylistic features of these works. It emphasizes the geographical and linguistic diversity of Africa by considering Anglophone, Francophone, and Lusophone areas, as well as a range of genres, and explores narratives of return as central to migratory flows.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 328 pages
\n Publication date: 13 November 2018
\n Publisher: Boydell & Brewer Ltd
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Introduction:
The representation of migration in African literature, film, and other visual media has gained increasing attention in recent years, driven by the proliferation of texts focused on this theme and the ongoing migration crises. This essay collection examines the ways in which African cultural productions shape and are shaped by the migration debates, the contributions these productions make to an understanding of globalization, and the stylistic features of the works.
Theoretical Framework:
The collection draws on a range of theoretical frameworks, including postcolonialism, globalization, and diaspora studies, to analyze the representations of migration in African cultural productions. It emphasizes the importance of considering the multiple perspectives and experiences of migrants, as well as the complex relationships between migration and identity, culture, and power.
Representations of Migration:
The essays in the collection explore a wide range of representations of migration in African literature, film, and other visual media. They analyze the ways in which these productions depict the experiences of migrants, including their struggles, challenges, and successes. The essays also consider the impact of migration on African societies and cultures, including the effects of displacement, integration, and hybridization.
Stylistic Features:
The collection pays close attention to the stylistic features of the works analyzed, including the use of language, imagery, and narrative techniques. It explores how these features contribute to the representation of migration and the broader themes of the works. The essays also consider the role of visual media in shaping public perceptions and attitudes towards migration.
Contributions to Debates on Migration:
The essays in the collection make significant contributions to the debates on migration by offering new insights and perspectives. They challenge traditional narratives of migration and highlight the complexities and diversity of migratory flows. The essays also explore the role of African cultural productions in shaping public perceptions and attitudes towards migration, and the ways in which these productions can contribute to the development of more inclusive and equitable societies.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, this essay collection provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary analysis of the representations of migration in African literature, film, and other visual media. It highlights the ways in which these productions shape and are shaped by the migration debates, the contributions they make to an understanding of globalization, and the stylistic features that contribute to their impact. The collection is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the study of migration and its cultural manifestations.

\n Weight: 616g\n
Dimension: 160 x 238 x 20 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781580469340\n \n