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A philosophical basis for an Afrocentric orientation
- Source :
- The Western Journal of Black Studies. Fall, 1992, Vol. 16 Issue 3, p154, 6 p.
- Publication Year :
- 1992
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Abstract
- A study was conducted to identify the philosophical infrastructure of Afrocentrism. The study made use of the previous works of experts in Afro-American communities to justify how Afrocentrism affect the analysis of the psychological, socio-economic, and cultural conditions of Afro-Americans. Results show that Afrocentric orientation influence Afro-Americans' pursuit of freedom and literacy and theirperception of time and logic.
Details
- ISSN :
- 01974327
- Volume :
- 16
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Gale General OneFile
- Journal :
- The Western Journal of Black Studies
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- edsgcl.13863820