Aime Cesaire, 1913-2008: Remembering the Life and Legacy of the Black Pride Poet and Anti-Colonial Activist
Aime Cesaire, the esteemed poet, writer, politician and anti-colonial activist from Martinique died on Thursday at the age of ninety-four. Cesaire is revered in the Francophone world as a leading figure in the movement for black consciousness and pride, which he called "Negritude." His use of culture to fight colonialism and racism influenced generations of activists and writers around the world. [includes rush transcript]
Truely a great father of all of us, les nègres. The world has not even begun to appreciate what he has brought to it, nor do those dearest to him truely understand his resounding words. Go in peace Cesaire, and be no more haunted by your identity!
francoandre2008 3 years ago 4
A great thinker and scholar! A great man with a courageous spirit! A true visionary!
reVerse2bfree 2 years ago