FRONT TO BLACK: A Black Literature club
Join us for another exciting installation of FRONT2BLACK, the club for those looking to dive deeper into Black literature & culture
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Location
Sydenham Library
210 Sydenham Road London SE26 5SE United KingdomGood to know
Highlights
- 2 hours
- In person
About this event
Join us at Sydenham Library on Tuesday 30th September at 5:30 PM for another evening celebrating Black literature, where we'll be exploring The Death of Vivek Oji by Akwaeke Emezi
Book Summary:
They burned down the market on the day Vivek Oji died.
One afternoon, a mother opens her front door to find the length of her son’s body stretched out on the veranda, swaddled in akwete material, his head on her welcome mat. The Death of Vivek Oji transports us to the day of Vivek’s birth, the day his grandmother Ahunna died. It is the story of an over protective mother and a distant father, and the heart-wrenching tale of one family’s struggle to understand their child, just as Vivek learns to recognize himself.
Teeming with unforgettable characters whose lives have been shaped by Vivek’s gentle and enigmatic spirit, it shares with us a Nigerian childhood that challenges expectations. This novel, and its celebration of the innocence and optimism of youth, will touch all those who embrace it.
Don't miss out on this installation of F2B where we'll be diving in this heartbreaking, resonant novel.
Join us in exploring the rich tapestry of Black storytelling , connect with fellow book lovers, engage in lively discussion and discover the vast array of black and mixed heritage authors.
- Refreshments provided
- 18+ only, due to adult themes we may explore in this session
Frequently asked questions
No, you don't have to completely finish the book, but we would like you to have completed a majority, or have an idea of the synopsis and themes. This is so we can generate an organic discussion and share ideas!
It's open to all! Whilst we are targeting the Black and other Global Majority individuals to give them a vital space to explore the black experience through literature & how they connect to each chosen work - we welcome ALL to participate in these conversations!
No pressure, we understand that speaking out in a group can be intimidating. You can come along just to hear ideas that you may not have thought of yourself!
No. The library can provide a few copies for reference . As this will be casual exploration of the book and its themes it's not mandatory to have the book with you, but feel free to bring your own copy if you want one to hand for the evening
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