Branches of Asanteism

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Branches of Asanteism explores the epistemologies and research methodologies that have sprung from Mwalimu Molefi Kete Asantes treatises on Afrocentricity. The book identifies and analyzes thirteen such epistemologies and methodologies while defining and explicating the various branches of Asantes idea of Afrocentricity.

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An extraordinary scholar has written on Molefi Asantethe most prominent Afro-centric scholar in the worldelucidating the impact of the multiple knowledges that emerged around his work and legacy. This is a rewarding book that will facilitate engagement with a critical paradigm in the study of Africa. It offers deep understanding of African people and the urgency of situating their realities and struggles within epistemologies tied to power structures. -- Toyin Falola, University of Texas at Austin
Branches of Asanteism is the first of its kind, an exhaustive resource for research education. An enormous undertaking that covers thirteen salient epistemologies and research methodologies, Abdul Bangura delivers to readers in-depth definitions and analyses of some of the following: Afrocentricity, Asiacentric, Afrocentric Feminist Epistemology, Ethnic Studies, Afrenaissance, Ubuntugogy, and African Mathematization. Regardless of your world view, Branches of Asanteism is a treasure trove and a must-read and must-have gift for educators, students, and scholars. -- Onimi Wilcox, Lee College

Author Bio

Abdul Karim Bangura is researcher-in-residence of Abrahamic connections and Islamic peace studies at American University and director of The African Institution.