Panel Discussion on Reconstructing the Historical Narrative
The panel “Reconstructing the Historical Narrative” was part of the 12th National Black Writers Conference, which took place from March 27-30, 2014 in New York City, and was sponsored by the Center for Black Literature at Medgar Evers College.
Panelists talked about the importance of historical narratives and how they affect our understanding of the common narrative. The panelists … read more
Panelists talked about the importance of historical narratives and how they affect our understanding of the common narrative. The panelists suggested common historical narratives have marginalized the experiences of African Americans and people of color.
The panel “Reconstructing the Historical Narrative” was part of the 12th National Black Writers Conference, which took place from March 27-30, 2014 in New York City, and was sponsored by the Center for Black Literature at Medgar Evers College. close
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Jeffrey Renard Allen Poet
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