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Mistaking Africa: Curiosities and Inventions of the American Mind
Mistaking Africa Curiosities and Inventions of the American Mind Author:Curtis A. Keim, Curt Keim For most Americans, the mention of Africa immediately conjures up images of safaris, ferocious animals, strangely dressed "tribesmen," and impenetrable jungles. Few think to question these perceptions, or how they came to be so deeply lodged in the collective American consciousness. Curtis Keim's Mistaking Africa: Curiosities and Inventions of t... more »he American Mind looks at the historical evolution of this mindset, examining the role that popular media play in the creation of our mental images of Africa. Keim addresses the most prevalent myths and preconceptions about Africa that Americans subscribe to, and demonstrates how these prevent a true understanding of the enormously diverse people and cultures of Africa. The book is not specifically about Africa, but about thinking about Africa. Mistaking Africa: Curiosities and Inventions of the American Mind is a fascinating look at our stereotypes about Africa, and where they come from.« less