Author: Margaret Busby
publisher name: Myriad Editions
ISBN: 9781912408009
This collection, titled "New Daughters of Africa," showcases the work of over 200 women writers of African descent, celebrating their significant contributions to literature and international culture. Edited by Margaret Busby, this major international collection spans a diverse range of genres, including autobiography, memoir, oral history, letters, diaries, short stories, novels, poetry, drama, humor, politics, journalism, essays, and speeches.
The anthology pays tribute to the heritage that unites these women while addressing common challenges related to race, gender, and class. It explores themes such as custom, tradition, friendships, sisterhood, romance, sexuality, intersectional feminism, and the politics of gender, race, and identity. The book illuminates the richness and cultural history of the African continent and its enduring influence on global literature.
Contributors include a wide array of prominent figures and emerging voices, offering a comprehensive representation of the diversity and remarkable literary achievements of black women. The book aims to honor the talents of African daughters and their inspiring legacy while reflecting on contemporary lives and issues.
