Author: Thomas Sankara, Amber Murrey
publisher name: Pluto Press
ISBN: 9780745337579
Thomas Sankara, a key anti-imperialist leader in late 20th-century Africa, left a lasting impact on the Burkinabe Revolution, and his influence re-emerged during the country's popular uprising in 2014. This book delves into Sankara's political philosophies and legacies, exploring their contemporary relevance.
The analysis covers Sankara's fusion of Pan-Africanism and humanist Marxist politics, examining his perspectives on gender, development, ecology, and decolonization. It offers new insights into Sankarist political philosophies, while critically evaluating the limitations of the revolution, including his relationship with labor unions and leadership style. The book also explores Sankara's legacy by looking at how contemporary activists, artists, and politicians draw inspiration from his thought in ongoing social movement struggles, extending from South Africa to Burkina Faso.
Published in the 30th anniversary of his assassination, this book illustrates how Sankara's political praxis continues to provide lessons and hope for decolonization struggles today.
