This is book is worth reading because China Acheba speaks with authority and candor about Africans (specifically Nigerians), African-Americans, post-colonialism, post-post colonialism and more. He reminds me of an elder relative who has seen and done a lot and offers up words of wisdom. I do not always agree with him but from the tone of his essays, I almost can hear him say, "well, it's something to consider, dear." Another thought I walked away with after reading his essays is that much has been accomplished but there's much more for us (every single one of us) to do to make the world a more humane place.

I highly recommend that you digest these slowly. They were a treat for me on several Sunday mornings with my tea.