Black Futures
“A literary experience unlike any I’ve had in recent memory . . . a blueprint for this moment and the next, for where Black folks have been and where they might be going.”—The New York Times Book Review (Editors’ Choice)
What does it mean to be Black and alive right now?
Kimberly Drew and Jenna Wortham have brought together this collection of work—images, photos, essays, memes, dialogues, recipes, tweets, poetry, and more—to tell the story of the radical, imaginative, provocative, and gorgeous world that Black creators are bringing forth today. The book presents a succession of startling and beautiful pieces that generate an entrancing rhythm: Readers will go from conversations with activists and academics to memes and Instagram posts, from powerful essays to dazzling paintings and insightful infographics.
In answering the question of what it means to be Black and alive, Black Futures opens a prismatic vision of possibility for every reader.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 544
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2020
Publisher: One World
Language: en
ISBN: 9780399181139
Creator Bio
Kimberly Drew and Jenna Wortham are two accomplished writers and cultural critics who have joined forces to create the groundbreaking book, Black Futures. Drew is a writer, curator, and activist known for her work in promoting and amplifying Black art and culture. She is the creator of the popular Tumblr blog "Black Contemporary Art" and has worked at various institutions such as The Studio Museum in Harlem and The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Wortham is a staff writer for The New York Times Magazine and a co-host of the critically acclaimed podcast "Still Processing." She is also known for her insightful commentary on technology and its impact on society. Together, Drew and Wortham have curated a powerful collection of essays, art, and interviews that celebrate and explore the richness and diversity of Black culture.
Book Categories:
BIPOC , Grown-Ups , Nonfiction
