About this Event
About the book:
As turmoil simmers within a divided nation, smoke from another blaze begins to rise. Sparked by individual acts of resistance among those enslaved across the American South, their seemingly disparate rebellions fuel a singular inferno of justice, connecting them in ways quiet at times, explosive at others. As these flames rise, so will they.
Inspired by the true stories of the profoundly courageous men and women who dared to fight back, Burn Down Master’s House is a singular tour de force of a novel—breathtaking in scope, compassion, and a timeliness that speaks powerfully to our present era.
About the moderator:
Mwalimu Kofi Acree is the Director for the John Henrik Clarke Africana Library and Curator of Africana Collections for the Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections. He provides leadership for the Clarke Africana Library as well as advancement strategies for student and faculty learning and development of library collections in support of educational research related to our rare and distinctive collections in African and the African diaspora.
The title Mwalimu is Kiswahili (language of the Swahili people) which in part means one who teaches. In this situation using the title Mwalimu is likened to using Professor. For professional librarians, teaching and helping people learn are fundamental responsibilities. We may teach in classrooms, or while answering questions, or curating exhibits. However, we may be most noted for choosing materials for diverse research collections.
About the Center for Racial Justice and Equitable Futures:
The Center for Racial Justice and Equitable Futures supports and sustains a community of scholars, students, and engaged partners who generate and act upon visions of just futures, where all people can thrive. We bridge research and action to advance positive change and bring together researchers, organizations, and communities to co-develop knowledge that equips ordinary people to forge paths toward a more just world.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Buffalo Street Books, 215 North Cayuga Street, Ithaca, United States
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