The Pan-African Congresses: Formation and Early Impact

di Albert Howe (Autore)

Historia Magna, 2025

The Pan-African Congresses: Formation and Early Impact offers an illuminating and powerful exploration of the groundbreaking series of international gatherings that forged a global movement for African and diasporic liberation in the tumultuous twentieth century. From the aftermath of World War I to the dawn of decolonization, these Congresses united visionary leaders, activists, and thinkers—such as W.E.B. Du Bois, Kwame Nkrumah, Jomo Kenyatta, and Marcus Garvey—who dared to challenge the entrenched systems of colonialism and racial oppression. This richly detailed and meticulously researched account chronicles the political aspirations, ideological debates, and strategic battles that defined the Pan-African Congresses of 1919, 1921, 1923, 1927, and 1945. It reveals how these pivotal assemblies nurtured a vibrant transnational solidarity that transcended borders, languages, and cultures to inspire nationalist movements and civil rights struggles around the world. More than a history, this book is a testament to the enduring power of unity and resistance, tracing how early Pan-African ideals shaped the liberation of African nations and the global fight for racial justice. Readers will discover untold stories of courage, intellectual brilliance, and unyielding hope that continue to resonate in today's movements for equality and dignity. The Pan-African Congresses: Formation and Early Impact is essential reading for anyone interested in the roots of global Black political activism, the history of decolonization, and the transformative power of international solidarity.

• Autore: Albert Howe
• Anno edizione: 2025
• Editore: Historia Magna
• Formato: EPUB2 con DRMFREE
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 9798230157984

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