Explore the groundbreaking "Invention of Africa: Gnosis, Philosophy, and the Order of Knowledge" by V. Y. Mudimbe. This seminal work offers a clear and economical examination of African intellectual history, challenging scholarly discourses on the meaning of Africa and being African. Mudimbe vividly describes the struggles over Africa's self-invention, drawing connections from Blyden to Sartre, and Temples to Senghor. This provocative book is a remarkable contribution to understanding the continent's rich literary and philosophical landscape. Key Features: * Seminal work on African intellectual history * Explores gnosis, philosophy, and the order of knowledge * Challenges multiple scholarly discourses on Africa Product Summary: The Invention of Africa : Gnosis, Philosophy, And The Order Of Knowledge by V. Y. Mudimbe, published by Indiana University Press. This paperback edition, in English, features 256 pages and provides a deep dive into the intellectual history and self-perception of Africa. ISBN: 9780253204684.