Black Ghosts : A Journey Into the Lives of Africans in China.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Saro-Wiwa, Noo.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

African diaspora.

Cultural relations.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (0 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Edinburgh : Canongate Books, 2023.

Summary:

Noo Saro-Wiwa's book explores the dynamic relationship between China and Africa, focusing on the small commodity trade and the cultural interactions between African traders and Chinese vendors in Guangzhou. The author provides a detailed account of the economic ties that have developed over decades, highlighting China's role as Africa's largest trading partner and its influence in providing infrastructure development without the political strings often attached by Western nations. Through vivid descriptions and personal observations, Saro-Wiwa delves into the African diaspora's experiences in China, offering insights into global migration patterns and the evolving post-colonial landscape. The book is aimed at readers interested in global economics, cultural studies, and African-Chinese relations. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

Also by Noo Saro-Wiwa

Title Page

Copyright

Dedication

Contents

I. A Fetching Destination

II. Dream Big

III. People Mountain People Sea

IV. One-Eyed King

V. Scapegoats

VI. Northern Exposure

VII. It's a Sex Problem

VIII. Chungking Mansions

IX. He Who Walks Alone

X. Dragon's Head, Snake's Tail

XI. Postscript

Footnotes

Further Reading

Acknowledgements.

Notes:

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ISBN:

9781838856953

1838856951

OCLC:

1398182267