

Very good.
Very good.
This book landed more as a memoir than a history (which I guess is what "intimate" in the subtitle means.) While each chapter is dedicated to the work and ideas of an influential Black theorist, most of the book focuses on how these ideas helped the author make sense of her own life and experiences. A worthy project but I guess not what I was expecting. Definitely learned lots but I was left wanting to read more BY these women & less about them.
Really excellent essay collection! Wasn‘t familiar with Jenn Jackson but am an instant fan of theirs after reading this. Super accessible and engaging introduction to some important Black feminists and their work, with references to many others, connected beautifully to Jackson‘s own fascinating personal and professional experiences. Great author-narrated audio, too. Definitely one I will be sharing with/recommending to students!