A Little Devil in America: Notes in Praise of Black Performance – Hanif Abdurraqib
Abdurraqib celebrates Black artistic and cultural contributions, from music and dance to television and sports. Blending personal reflection, history, and cultural critique, he examines how Black performance is both a form of resistance and joy. He highlights artists like Josephine Baker and Soul Train dancers, showing their impact on American culture. The book is an insightful and poetic tribute to Black creativity and endurance.