Adinkra Wisdom from Our African Ancestors
The African diaspora has carried symbols of Ghanaian history all over the world. This African symbols book highlights and honors the art of the Akan people, revealing the cultural meanings of signs that have influenced modern-day logos, tattoos, and designs.
Symbols of African culture and tradition weave throughout history. Now, they're woven into clothes, stamped into clay, and incorporated into branding. For those seeking a comprehensive collection of these emblematic artworks, this coffee-table book serves as a dictionary of symbols, placing the work of the Akan people within its rich cultural context.
Author Rosemond Sarpong Owens is a Ghanaian storyteller, wife, and mother of four. In Adinkra Wisdom from Our African Ancestors, she uses her love of words and depth of knowledge to explore African culture in a way that is both accessible and thoughtful—equipping readers with a new language of expression.
Readers of this African culture book can look forward to
- an artful exploration of race and ethnicity,
- a renewed sense of culture and belonging,
- an accessible in-depth look at African history, and
- cultural connection and insight into tradition.
More than your typical coffee-table book, Adinkra Wisdom from Our African Ancestors highlights signs and symbols to make you feel as though you're holding history in your hands.
