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In Sensuous Knowledge, Minna Salami draws on Africa-centric,
feminist-first and artistic traditions to help us rediscover
inclusive and invigorating ways of experiencing the world afresh.
Combining the playfulness of a storyteller with the insight of a
social critic, the book pries apart the systems of power and
privilege that have dominated ways of thinking for centuries - and
which have led to so much division, prejudice and damage. And it
puts forward a new, sensuous, approach to knowledge: one grounded
in a host of global perspectives - from Black Feminism to personal
narrative, pop culture to high art, Western philosophy to African
mythology - together comprising a vision of hope for a fragmented
world riven by crisis. Through the prism of this new knowledge,
Salami offers fresh insights into the key cultural issues that
affect women's lives. How are we to view Sisterhood, Motherhood or
even Womanhood itself? What is Power and why do we conceive of
Beauty? How does one achieve Liberation? She asks women to break
free of the prison made by ingrained male-centric biases, and build
a house themselves - a home that can nurture us all. Sensuous
Knowledge confirms Minna Salami as one the most important
spokespeople of today, and the arrival of a blistering new literary
voice.
With this inspiring and brightly illustrated guide to power, learn
about the different types of power, what it means to have power,
and what you can do with your own power to create positive change
in the world, no matter who or how old you are. What makes you the
boss of me? What makes a king a king, or a queen a queen? Why can
some people vote for their leaders, but other people can't? Does
having lots of money make you powerful? Why are there fewer female
scientists, leaders, and artists than men in history books? These
are things that kids wonder about. The Power Book answers these and
other questions in a relatable way for young people, including
thought-provoking discussions on challenging topics, like war,
bullying, racism, sexism, and homophobia. You will gain an
understanding of your place in your family, your school, and the
world, and will discover ways in which you can use your own power
to shape the future. As you explore the many aspects of power,
thinking points pose questions that spark self-reflection and
quotes and stories from some of the greatest change-makers--such as
Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Emmeline Pankhurst, Rosa Parks,
Malala Yousafzai, and Stephen Hawking--provide historical context
and inspiration. Find more opportunities for learning at the back
with a glossary of terms and suggestions for further reading. Gain
a greater understanding of how power works, then learn how to
harness it for good with The Power Book.
In Sensuous Knowledge, Minna Salami draws on Africa-centric,
feminist-first and artistic traditions to help us rediscover
inclusive and invigorating ways of experiencing the world afresh.
Combining the playfulness of a storyteller with the insight of a
social critic, the book pries apart the systems of power and
privilege that have dominated ways of thinking for centuries - and
which have led to so much division, prejudice and damage. And it
puts forward a new, sensuous, approach to knowledge: one grounded
in a host of global perspectives - from Black Feminism to personal
narrative, pop culture to high art, Western philosophy to African
mythology - together comprising a vision of hope for a fragmented
world riven by crisis. Through the prism of this new knowledge,
Salami offers fresh insights into the key cultural issues that
affect women's lives. How are we to view Sisterhood, Motherhood or
even Womanhood itself? What is Power and why do we conceive of
Beauty? How does one achieve Liberation? She asks women to break
free of the prison made by ingrained male-centric biases, and build
a house themselves - a home that can nurture us all. Sensuous
Knowledge confirms Minna Salami as one the most important
spokespeople of today, and the arrival of a blistering new literary
voice.
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