On Spiritual Strivings: Transforming an African American Woman's Academic Life

Autor*innen

• Cynthia B. Dillard

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• 136 Seiten
• 5 Lesestunden

• Ethnographie
• Politikwissenschaft

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Centering spirituality within academia can fundamentally reshape its foundations, as explored through the author's experiences in Ghana. Cynthia B. Dillard offers a unique perspective on the transformative potential of Africa for African American scholars, delving into the spiritual significance of identity. Through a blend of poetry, personal narratives, meditations, and journal entries, she illustrates her journey as an African American academic, embodying W. E. B. Dubois's concept of "spiritual strivings" and highlighting the healing power of spiritual engagement.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2006
• Einband: Hardcover