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Mistaking Africa: Curiosities and Inventions of the American Mind,Used
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For many Americans the mention of Africa immediately conjures up images of safaris, ferocious animals, strangely dressed 'tribesmen,' and impenetrable jungles. Although the occasional newspaper headline mentions authoritarian rule, corruption, genocide, devastating illnesses, or civil war in Africa, the collective American consciousness still carries strong mental images of Africa that are reflected in advertising, movies, amusement parks, cartoons, and many other corners of society. Few think to question these perceptions or how they came to be so deeply lodged in American minds. Mistaking Africa looks at the historical evolution of this mindset and examines the role that popular media plays in its creation. The authors address the most prevalent myths and preconceptions and demonstrate how these prevent a true understanding of the enormously diverse peoples and cultures of Africa.Updated throughout, the fourth edition covers the entire continent (North and subSaharan Africa) and provides new analysis of topics such as social media and the Internet, the Ebola crisis, celebrity aid, and the Arab Spring. Mistaking Africa is an important book for African studies courses and for anyone interested in unraveling American misperceptions about the continent.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Mistaking Africa'? A: 'Mistaking Africa' explores the misconceptions about Africa prevalent in American culture, examining how media shapes these perceptions and addressing common myths about the continent.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Mistaking Africa'? A: The book is authored by Curtis A. Keim.
- Q: What edition of 'Mistaking Africa' is available? A: The available edition is the fourth edition, published on July 25, 2017.
- Q: How many pages does 'Mistaking Africa' have? A: 'Mistaking Africa' contains a total of 256 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Mistaking Africa' suitable for academic use? A: 'Mistaking Africa' is an important resource for African studies courses and is suitable for anyone interested in understanding American misperceptions about Africa.
- Q: Does 'Mistaking Africa' address contemporary issues? A: Yes, the fourth edition includes new analyses of contemporary topics such as social media, the Ebola crisis, celebrity aid, and the Arab Spring.
- Q: What are some common themes discussed in 'Mistaking Africa'? A: The book discusses themes such as the historical evolution of American perceptions of Africa, the role of popular media, and the diversity of African cultures.
- Q: Is the book 'Mistaking Africa' in new condition? A: 'Mistaking Africa' is listed as being in new condition.
- Q: What audience is 'Mistaking Africa' intended for? A: 'Mistaking Africa' is intended for a general audience interested in African studies, as well as academics and students exploring cultural perceptions of Africa.