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By BENJAMIN BRAWLEY

"The Negro in Literature and Art in the United States" by Benjamin Brawley examines the representation and contributions of African Americans in the cultural landscape of America. Originally published in 1918, Brawley’s insightful analysis delves into the portrayal of African Americans in literature and art, highlighting their struggles, achievements, and resilience despite facing systemic racism and discrimination. Through a meticulous exploration of history and artistic expressions, Brawley sheds light on the complexities of race relations and the evolving perceptions of African American identity. A seminal work that continues to resonate today, "The Negro in Literature and Art in the United States" is a compelling read for those interested in understanding the cultural heritage and artistic legacy of African Americans in the United States.

NEW YORK. DUFFIELD & COMPANY. 1921. 147p.

Editors: Christiane Kruse, Birgit Meyer, and Anne-Marie Korte

What makes an image offensive? — This question is addressed in this volume. It explores tensions and debates about offensive images and performative practices in various settings in and beyond Europe. Its basic premise is that a deeper understanding of what is at stake in these tensions and debates calls for a multidisciplinary conversation. The authors focus on images that appear to trigger strongly negative reactions; images that are perceived as insulting or offensive; those subject to taboos and restrictions; or those that are condemned as blasphemous. In light of recurrent acts of violence leveled against images and symbols in the contemporary, globally entangled world, addressing instances of “icono-clash” (Bruno Latour) from a new post-secular, global perspective has become a matter of urgency.

Leiden: Brill - Schöningh and Fink Social Sciences, 2018. 383p.