5* "I have to say, this one’s given me a lot to think about. It’s a small book, physically speaking, but it has some pretty big things to say about where African F/SF has come from, where it currently stands, and maybe even where it’s going. The book itself is a collection of academic papers on aspects of F/SF created in Africa or by African authors and makes for some interesting and eye-opening reading. [...]
All in all, this little collection is a fantastic read. I’d certainly recommend it to anyone with even a slight academic interest in the history and development of the fantasy and sci-fi genres. The only caveat I’d give is that there’s every chance your to-read list is going to grow massively with all the titles referenced throughout the five essays." By Naomi Scott. See full review.
"This book makes an important contribution to the existing scholarship on African science fiction and fantasy through theoretical and conceptual engagement with the social and political conditions of black people across the globe. This book is a must-read for those looking to gain a nuanced understanding of African science fiction and fantasy. As such, it supports research into the emergence of African science fiction, into factors that may constrain this evolving genre, into portrayal of independent black characters in entertainment, and into the existing gender and racial prejudices in literature. Because of these strengths, this book can be recommended to scholars and critics who seek to explore new prospects of African fantasy and science fiction."
A complete review from Fafnir – Nordic Journal of Science Fiction and Fantasy Research can be found here: https://fafnir.journal.fi/article/view/155597
