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Reclaiming narratives: Books & films for UK Black History Month

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How are you celebrating the UK’s Black History Month this October?

Honor this important time by diving into a new book or movie on the Libby and Kanopy apps. With tons of books, films, and documentaries available at your fingertips, you can immerse yourself in Black history not just this month, but throughout the entire year.

This year’s theme is “Reclaiming Narratives.” Check out these narratives that shine a light on Black heritage.

Books

Black History for Every Day of the Year📚 Black History for Every Day of the Year by siblings David, Yinka, and Kemi Olusoga

This exploration of Black history invites you to discover impactful stories each day. From groundbreaking contributions by unsung heroes to Aretha Franklin’s historic accomplishments, these tales of triumph and struggle intertwine perfectly to illustrate the unique experiences that’ve shaped our world.


A Black Boy at Eton📚 A Black Boy at Eton by Dillibe Onyeama
🎧 Audiobook

Through vivid storytelling, this personal account from the son of a Nigerian judge details the experience of racism and alienation at the prestigious school, Eton, in 1965.


Films

Luther

🎥 Luther featuring Idris Elba and Ruth Wilson

Idris Elba brings detective John Luther to life in this intense series where he navigates London’s heinous crimes and confronts vicious criminals. With his relentless pursuit of justice, Luther often finds himself wrestling with moral dilemmas and the darkness within.

Frantz Fanon

🎥 Frantz Fanon: Black Skin, White Mask featuring Stuart Hall, Colin Salmon, Olivier Fanon, and Felix Fanon

This documentary explores Frantz Fanon, a key figure in anti-colonial thought, focusing on his influential works, Black Skin, White Masks and The Wretched of the Earth.

Directed by Isaac Julien, it combines interviews, archival footage, and dramatizations to highlight Fanon's life and ideas, contextualising his impact on contemporary discussions of post-colonial identity.


*Access to books and films may vary by library & region.

Download the Libby and Kanopy apps to start reading and watching. All free with your library card or university login.

Published Oct 16, 2024

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Kiki Faison has dreamed of being a writer for as long as she can remember, and today she’s living that dream. When she's not working, or volunteering locally, she enjoys exploring nature with her daughter and pup, getting lost in suspense novels, and hunting for treasures while thrifting.

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