Why Wakanda Matters, Sheena C. Howard, PhD
Why Wakanda Matters, Sheena C. Howard, PhD
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Why Wakanda Matters
What Black Panther Reveals About Psychology, Identity, and Communication

Author: Sheena C. Howard, PhD

Narrator: JD Jackson

Unabridged: 9 hr 19 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/02/2021

Synopsis

In 2018, the Marvel Cinematic Universe finally delivered on something fans had long been waiting for: a feature film with a solo Black superhero. Black Panther introduced viewers to the stunning world of Wakanda, a fictional African country with incredible technological advancements, and to T'Challa, a young man stepping into his role as king and taking up the mantle of the Black Panther title from his late father.

The unforgettable story, coupled with the film's mega-success, has undoubtedly shaped the future of superhero cinema, in addition to genuinely changing viewers' lives. Why Wakanda Matters gives this iconic film the in-depth analysis it deserves under the lens of the latest psychological concepts—as well as delving into the lasting cultural impact of this unforgettable story.

Edited by Sheena C. Howard, an award-winning author, filmmaker, and scholar, Why Wakanda Matters features a collection of essays from leading experts in a variety of fields who offer insightful perspectives on topics such as cognitive dissonance, intergenerational trauma and resistance, social identity, collective identity, and cultural and racial identity. Fans of the movie and those interested in deeper discussions about the film will revel in this thought-provoking examination of all aspects of Black Panther and the power of psychology.

About Sheena C. Howard, PhD

Sheena C. Howard, PhD, is an associate professor of communication and an award-winning author, filmmaker, and scholar. In 2014, Sheena won an Eisner Award for her first book, Black Comics. She is also the author of several critically acclaimed books and comic books on a range of topics.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Bethany (Beautifully Bookish Bethany) on February 01, 2021

Why Wakanda Matters is a really great collection of essays from professional psychologists, communications researchers, etc. using Black Panther and Wakanda as a jumping off point for talking about identity, representation, mental health, healing and more. The essays are interesting, fun, and insigh......more

Goodreads review by Sandra on March 23, 2021

I RECEIVED A DIGITAL ARC FROM NETGALLEY. This collection of essay was brilliant and insightful and fun at the same time. Written by professionals from various fields, this book tackles a variety of issues drawn from the black panther films and its impact on the people of African descent in the diaspo......more

Goodreads review by Jessica on February 06, 2021

4.5 stars! When Black Panther hit theaters nationwide, you could tell that something important was happening. The film was the first superhero movie featuring a primarily Black cast. The film resonated with people both Black and non-Black alike. In Why Wakanda Matters, a new essay collection edited b......more

Goodreads review by TK on December 07, 2020

Full disclosure: I was given a free ARC for my review on Net Gallery. Below is my honest and spoiler free review. Comic book fans have always known that this was a visual medium that could be as much a social commentary of the world as it is a form of entertainment. However, both comic books and the......more

Goodreads review by Nahret on February 10, 2025

4.25 stars, rounded down. I found this book by chance, and I'm glad I did. It offers a plethora of amazing insights into why this movie matters so much to the Black community. When Black Panther came out, it was an almost natural thing that we were gonna see it in a group setting. "We" were around 40......more

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