Shadowboxing presents an explosive analysis of the history and practice of black feminism; drawing upon political theory; history; and cultural studies in a sweeping interdisciplinary work. Joy James charts new territory by synthesizing theories of social movements with cultural and identity politics. She brings into the spotlight images of black female agency and intellectualism in radical and anti-radical political contexts; challenging us to rethink our understanding of the changing African presence in American culture. From a comparative look at Ida B. Wells; Ella Baker; Angela Davis; and Assata Shakur to analyses of the black woman in white cinema and the black man in feminist coalitions; James focuses attention on the invisible or the forgotten. Shadowboxing convincingly demonstrates how images of powerful women are either consigned to oblivion or transformed into icons robbed of intellectual power. This daringly original study honors and analyzes the work of black activists and intellectuals and; along the way; redefines the sharp divide between intellectual work and political movements.
#431294 in Books 1997-02-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.14 x .51 x 5.50l; .47 #File Name: 0312111517184 pages
Review
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. A classic giving God the glory!By Terri DawnMary Rowlandson gives a very honest account of her experience as a captive of Indians beginning Feb. 10; 1675; during Metacom's (or King Philop's) War 1675-1676. She was released about three months later. Her children were captives as well; one died in captivity. She gives all the glory to God for her protection; provision; and support. Much Scriptural reference is provided. She was a godly woman giving glory to God. She had no regard for her captors but learned the "system" for survival. This narrative is a classic; esp. since few women (1) lived to testify of their captivity and (2) had the ability to write about it. I recommend this book to anyone interested in Colonial America; survival through adversity; and glorifying the Lord.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. A masterful editionBy E MontThis book is a must if you want to understand the life of colonist captives during the colonial period. Mary is really whiney but it creates a well rounded view of the English and the Native americans fighting for their survival1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Mary Rowlandson's King Philip's War captivity text -- plus excellent commentary and additional materialBy OlgaI was pleased to obtain the complete text of Mary Rowlandson's narrative of her captivity experiences. As a bonus this book has extensive additional material; plus commentary by Neal Salisbury. I live in the town where King Philip lived. This book brings to life many aspects of King Philip's War (1675-76).
