I Write What I Like

Malusi Mpumlwana, Thoko Mpumlwana, Steve Biko , Aelred Stubbs

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English

University of Chicago Press
01 September 2002

Literature, Poetry & Criticism; African history; Postwar 20th century history, from c 1945 to c 2000; Black & Asian studies; Political control & freedoms

""The most potent weapon in the hands of the oppressor is the mind of the oppressed."" Like all of Steve Biko's writings, those words testify to the passion, courage, and keen insight that made him one of the most powerful figures in South Africa's struggle against apartheid. They also reflect his conviction that black people in South Africa could not be liberated until they united to break their chains of servitude, a key tenet of the Black Consciousness movement that he helped found.

I Write What I Like contains a selection of Biko's writings from 1969, when he became the president of the South African Students' Organization, to 1972, when he was prohibited from publishing. The collection also includes a preface by Archbishop Desmond Tutu; an introduction by Malusi and Thoko Mpumlwana, who were both involved with Biko in the Black Consciousness movement; a memoir of Biko by Father Aelred Stubbs, his longtime pastor and friend; and a new foreword by Professor Lewis Gordon.

Biko's writings will inspire and educate anyone concerned with issues of racism, postcolonialism, and black nationalism.

By: Malusi Mpumlwana, Steve Biko
Foreword by: Lewis R. Gordon
Introduction by: Thoko Mpumlwana
Edited by: Aelred Stubbs
Imprint: University of Chicago Press
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: New edition
Dimensions: Height: 213mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 5mm
Weight: 295g
ISBN: 9780226048970
ISBN 10: 0226048977
Pages: 216
Publication Date: 01 September 2002
Audience: General/trade , College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , ELT Advanced , A / AS level
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Steve Biko (1946-78) is regarded as the father of the Black Consciousness movement in South Africa and a key figure in bringing about the end of apartheid. He was murdered while in police detention in 1978.