Black Nihilism and Antiblack Racism

Black Nihilism and Antiblack Racism is a groundbreaking work in Africana philosophical thought that connects nihilism in black America to modern Western philosophy. It offers a framework for considering the relationships between antiblack racism, pessimism, nihilism, weakness, strength, maturity, freedom, and hope in the 21st century. The book recontextualizes discussions of nihilism and proposes radical responses to address issues of black life and theories of justice in America.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 222 pages
Publication date: 15 September 2023
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

This groundbreaking work in Africana philosophical thought delves into the profound connection between nihilism and black America, particularly among black American youth. By exploring the interplay between antiblack racism, pessimism, nihilism, weakness, strength, maturity, freedom, and hope in the 21st century, Black Nihilism and Antiblack Racism offers a comprehensive framework for understanding the defining themes of black existential life. This book serves as a reimagining of the discussions surrounding nihilism in black America, drawing upon themes initially raised by Cornel West in 1994. It aims to recontextualize these discussions and explore the potential of nihilism to shape American cultural life.

Black Nihilism and Antiblack Racism raises thought-provoking questions, presents unique analyses, and proposes radical responses that are of utmost relevance for scholars studying black life and theories of justice in the twenty-first century America. Through its insightful exploration, this book contributes to our understanding of the complex dynamics that shape black experiences and challenges us to confront and address the systemic injustices that persist in our society.

Weight: 354g
Dimension: 228 x 152 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538153512