A challenge to the whole basis of thinking on the subject of classical civilization. The author argues that it has its roots in Afroasiatic cultures, and that these influences have been systematically ignored, suppressed or denied since the 18th century.
Bernal's response to criticisms to his 1987 book, 'BLACK ATHENA', which argued for an Afro-Asiatic origin for Greek civilisation.
What is classical about Classical civilization? In one of the most audacious works of... Læs mere
What is classical about Classical civilization? In one of the most audacious works of scholarship ever... Læs mere
An audacious three-volume series, Black Athena strikes at the heart of today's most heated culture wars. Martin Bernal challenges Eurocentric attitudes by calling into question conventional explanations for the origins of classical civilization.
What is classical about Classical civilization? In one of the most audacious works of scholarship ever... Læs mere
An audacious three-volume series, Black Athena strikes at the heart of today's most heated culture wars. Martin Bernal challenges Eurocentric attitudes by calling into question conventional explanations for the origins of classical civilization.