The Portable Anna Julia Cooper

Discover Black Feminist Thought Through Anna Julia Cooper’s Own Words

Written byShirley Moody-Turner - editor

Narrated byKaren Murray, Dominic Hoffman, Shirley Moody-Turner

Length19h59m

Release dateAugust 9, 2022

GenreBiographies & Memoirs, Politics & Activism, Activists

Languageenglish

★★★★★ 5.0 (196 ratings)

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Author	Shirley Moody-Turner - editor
Narrator	Karen Murray, Dominic Hoffman, Shirley Moody-Turner
Runtime	19h59m
Published	August 9, 2022
Rating	★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (196 ratings)
Categories	Biographies & Memoirs, Politics & Activism, Activists, History, Americas, United States, Black & African American, Politics & Social Sciences, Social Sciences, Gender Studies
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Step into the mind of a pioneering voice in African American intellectual history with The Portable Anna Julia Cooper. This audiobook, narrated by Karen Murray and Dominic Hoffman, presents key writings that shaped modern social justice movements. Edited by Shirley Moody-Turner herself, these selections offer profound insights into Cooper's advocacy for women’s rights and racial equality, making this a compelling listen for anyone interested in the roots of contemporary activism.

Tags: Black FeminismActivism HistoryAudiobook ReviewIntellectual LegacySocial Justice

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Expert narration by Karen Murray, Dominic Hoffman, Shirley Moody-Turner brings every character and scene to life across 19h59m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Shirley Moody-Turner’s masterful narration breathes life into Anna Julia Cooper’s words. The diverse voices of Murray and Hoffman add depth to each piece, ensuring no single perspective dominates. The pacing is steady but not monotonous, allowing for a fluid reading that keeps the listener engaged throughout the 19 hours and 59 minutes. However, some selections could benefit from more contextual background information to fully appreciate Cooper’s revolutionary ideas within their historical context.

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