This wide-ranging, multidisciplinary collection of newly commissioned articles brings together distinguished voices in the field of Africana philosophy and Afri... » 

This wide-ranging, multidisciplinary collection of newly commissioned articles brings together distinguished voices in the field of Africana philosophy and African-American social and political thought. Topics covered include philosophic traditions; the moral and political legacy of slavery; Africa and diaspora thought; gender, race, and racism; legal and social philosophy; and aesthetics and cultural values. The volume provides a comprehensive critical survey of African-American philosophical thought by leading authorities. Addressing key themes, it will serve as a benchmark work of reference for courses in philosophy, social and political thought, legal studies, liberal studies, cultural studies, American studies, and African-American studies.* Provides a comprehensive critical survey of African-American philosophical thought. * Collects wide-ranging, multidisciplinary, newly commissioned articles in one authoritative volume. * Brings together for the first time distinguished voices in the field of Africana philosophy and African-American social and political thought. * Serves as a benchmark work of reference for courses in philosophy, social and political thought, cultural studies, and African-American studies. «