An Introduction to African Philosophy

by Samuel Oluoch Imbo

Organized topically rather than historically, this book provides an excellent introduction to the subject of African Philosophy. Samuel Oluoch Imbo synthesizes the ideas of key African philosophers into an accessible narrative. The author focuses on five central questions: What are the definitions of African philosophy? Is ethno-philosophy really philosophy? What are the dangers of an African philosophy that claims to be 'unique'? Can African philosophy be done in foreign languages such as English and French? Are there useful ways to make connections between African philosophy, African American philosophy, and women's studies? By making cross-disciplinary and transnational connections, Imbo stakes out an important place for African philosophy. Imbo's book is an invaluable introduction to this dynamic and growing area of study.

Genres: Philosophy, Nonfiction

176 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1998

About the author

Sam Imbo is a professor of philosophy .He earned his BA (Hons) in 1985 from the University of Nairobi in Kenya and his graduate degrees, both the MA (1990) and the PhD (1995), from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. His teaching, writing, and research interests are in the areas of comparative philosophy, African philosophy, and social and political philosophy. Sam combines his training in philosophy with an interest in study abroad and has led study abroad trips to Kenya and Jamaica. He also taught a block seminar in Germany at Trier University in 2008 on the theme of American Islam. And, during the academic year 2013-14, Sam was the Resident Director of the Hamline in York Program at the University of York in England.
currently he holds the position of Hanna Chair in Philosophy from 2005 to 2009, and again in 2018 to present.

Reviews

[Princely A.]

owesome book!