Human Tapestries - Weaving Africana Stories with Classics

Reveals how individuals of African descent have engaged with and reshaped the classical tradition, highlighting a rich, often overlooked cross-cultural legacy

Human Tapestries delves into the lives of individuals of African descent who have found inspiration in the classical tradition. The book offers a collection of engaging stories that highlight the ways these individuals have interacted with, adapted, and contributed to classical thought, literature, and culture. It reveals how the classical world has shaped and been shaped by African-descended people over time. Through these narratives, Human Tapestries emphasizes the often-overlooked connection between African heritage and classical traditions. By examining historical and contemporary figures, the book showcases the diverse and lasting influence of classical ideas on people of African descent. It presents a more inclusive understanding of the classical world.

The book ultimately celebrates the enduring impact of classical traditions on African-descended individuals throughout history. By weaving together past and present stories, Human Tapestries offers a nuanced perspective that challenges traditional views of the classical canon. It serves as a reminder of the profound and continuous intersection of African and Black culture and classical scholarship.

About the author

Dr. Anika T. Prather is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Education at Catholic University, founder of The Living Water School, and educational consultant.

Product details

• Authors: Anika T. Prather
• Publisher: Ingram Publishers Services
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 13.10.2026
• EAN: 9781839999161
• ISBN: 978-1-83999-916-1
• No. of pages: 200
• Dimensions: 153 mm x 229 mm x 21 mm
• Weight: 454 g
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Antiquity; HISTORY / Ancient / Greece, HISTORY / United States / General, Classical texts, Literature: history & criticism, Literature: history and criticism, HISTORY / African American & Black, Ancient, classical and medieval texts, Biography, Literature and Literary studies