{"product_id":"how-the-west-was-black-paperback","title":"How the West Was Black - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eLucky Jefferson\u003c\/b\u003e (Compiled by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExploring the untold narratives of the West through the lens of Blackness, How the West Was Black is not just a reimagining of historical landscapes-it's a reclamation of stories untold and voices unheard. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt underscores the vital role of diversity in reshaping our understanding of history and culture. By casting Black bounty hunters as the heroes of the New Frontier, this series challenges the traditional narratives and invites us to envision a world where justice and equality reign supreme. This isn't just important-it's essential, as it opens up a space for new stories to flourish, ensuring that our collective history is rich with the perspectives of those who have long been buried beneath marginalization.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow the West Was Black\u003c\/em\u003e, Issue 5 of Awake, illustrates the transformative power of Blackness in shaping the history of the West. While the frontier has often been portrayed through a traditional Western lens, our 9 Bounty Hunters take us on journeys to places beyond the typical imagination, expanding the genre's horizons. This series pushes beyond the traditional boundaries of storytelling, inviting you into a world where there are no limits to how far or where your imagination can take you. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you've enjoyed modern westerns like Greg Neri's adaptation of \u003cem\u003eConcrete Cowboy\u003c\/em\u003e, cross-genre works like Jordan Peele's \u003cem\u003eNope\u003c\/em\u003e, or even traditional\/revisionist westerns such as Jeymes Samuel's \u003cem\u003eThe Harder They Fall, \u003c\/em\u003e then this issue is for you. The stories within transport readers to a reality where Black Bounty Hunters conquer 'isms' (racism, sexism, etc.) to forge a world free from marginalization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 31, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67981493502206,"sku":"9781956076066","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/8716\/4670\/files\/SBtCaW1luK9781956076066.webp?v=1793807593","url":"https:\/\/123learningstore.com\/products\/how-the-west-was-black-paperback","provider":"123 Learning Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}