About the book
Explore the fascinating historical and contemporary philosophical issues that arise in Black Panther
In Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer The World, a diverse panel of experts delivers incisive critical reflections on the Oscar-winning 2018 film, Black Panther, and the comic book mythology that preceded it. The collection explores historical and contemporary issues—including colonialism, slavery, the Black Lives Matter movement, intersectionality, and identity—raised by the superhero tale.
Beyond discussions of the influences of race and ethnicity on the most critically and culturally significant movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this book presents the moral, feminist, metaphysical, epistemological, existential, and Afrofuturistic issues framing Black Panther’s narrative. The explorations of these issues shed light on our increasingly interconnected world and allow the reader to consider engaging questions like:
- Should Wakanda rule the world?
- Was Killmonger actually a victim?
- Do Wakanda’s Black Lives Matter?
- Does hiding in the shadows make Wakanda guilty?
- What does Wakanda have to offer the world?
Perfect for fans of the most culturally significant film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Black Panther and Philosophy will also earn a place in the libraries of students of philosophy and anyone with a personal or professional interest in the defining issues of our time.
Editions of Black Panther and Philosophy
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781119635840
- EBook
- ISBN 9781119635864
- EBook
- ISBN 9781119635871
- EBook
- ISBN 9781119635826
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Explore the fascinating historical and contemporary philosophical issues that arise in Black Panther
In Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer The World, a diverse panel of experts delivers incisive critical reflections on the Oscar-winning 2018 film, Black Panther, and the comic book mythology that preceded it. The collection explores historical and contemporary issues—including colonialism, slavery, the Black Lives Matter movement, intersectionality, and identity—raised by the superhero tale.
Beyond discussions of the influences of race and ethnicity on the most critically and culturally significant movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this book presents the moral, feminist, metaphysical, epistemological, existential, and Afrofuturistic issues framing Black Panther’s narrative. The explorations of these issues shed light on our increasingly interconnected world and allow the reader to consider engaging questions like:
- Should Wakanda rule the world?
- Was Killmonger actually a victim?
- Do Wakanda’s Black Lives Matter?
- Does hiding in the shadows make Wakanda guilty?
- What does Wakanda have to offer the world?
Perfect for fans of the most culturally significant film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Black Panther and Philosophy will also earn a place in the libraries of students of philosophy and anyone with a personal or professional interest in the defining issues of our time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Panther and Philosophy about?
Explore the fascinating historical and contemporary philosophical issues that arise in Black Panther
In Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer The World, a diverse panel of experts delivers incisive critical reflections on the Oscar-winning 2018 film, Black Panther, and the comic book mythology that preceded it. The collection explores historical and contemporary issues—including colonialism, slavery, the Black Lives Matter movement, intersectionality, and identity—raised by the superhero tale.
Beyond discussions of the influences of race and ethnicity on the most critically and culturally significant movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this book presents the moral, feminist, metaphysical, epistemological, existential, and Afrofuturistic issues framing Black Panther’s narrative. The explorations of these issues shed light on our increasingly interconnected world and allow the reader to consider engaging questions like:
- Should Wakanda rule the world?
- Was Killmonger actually a victim?
- Do Wakanda’s Black Lives Matter?
- Does hiding in the shadows make Wakanda guilty?
- What does Wakanda have to offer the world?
Perfect for fans of the most culturally significant film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Black Panther and Philosophy will also earn a place in the libraries of students of philosophy and anyone with a personal or professional interest in the defining issues of our time.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Black Panther and Philosophy?
Philosophy and Religion > Philosophy
Where can I read a sample of Black Panther and Philosophy?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781119635840
Is Black Panther and Philosophy part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Black Panther and Philosophy?
John Wiley & Sons
Who is the Publisher of the book Black Panther and Philosophy?
Wiley
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Black Panther and Philosophy is available as paperback(ISBN 9781119635840) and ebook(ISBN 9781119635864) and ebook(ISBN 9781119635871) and ebook(ISBN 9781119635826)
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