Post-2000 African Diaspora Literature - Einzelansicht

This seminar course explores contemporary literary works produced by writers of the African diaspora since the year 2000. The course examines how themes of identity, displacement, migration, cultural hybridity, and transnationalism, among others are explored in these narratives, reflecting the complex experiences of diasporic life. Through in-depth discussions and analysis, students will critically engage with how African diasporic writers address the challenges and transformations of postcolonial realities, reshaping notions of belonging and representation in a globalized world.

This course aims to provide insight into the rich diversity of voices and perspectives within African diaspora literature, fostering a deeper understanding of the cultural and political contexts that shape contemporary African identities.

Please acquire a copy of your own and read ahead of our scheduled classes for purposes of fruitful discussions.

1. Teju Cole, Open City
2. Taiye Selasi, Ghana Must Go
3. NoViolet Bulawayo, We Need New Names

essays (2000 words in total)