These four issues introduce us to Wakanda in chaos, while T'challa struggles to be a leader who has to balanFind this and other Reviews at In Tori Lex
These four issues introduce us to Wakanda in chaos, while T'challa struggles to be a leader who has to balance the use of his sword with the use of his intellect. Right away in issue one we're introduced to hard choices, T'challa's step-mother decides to punish a fierce warrior for killing despite her having just reasons why. The comic draws parallels to the issues that plaque African countries in unrest. Trigger warning, this comic does show sexual violence, women are imprisoned and raped as a show of power by village cheiftans. Aneka and Ayo are two warriors who defect, are in love and give rise to their own resistance against factions who are unjustly hurting the people of Wakanda.
T'challa's leadership is questioned because he has returned to Wakanda after it has been ruined by flood, and ravaged by villains. The people are skeptical of his leadership and a psychic preys on that vulnerability causing more division.The plot does explore the detriment of losing touch with our memories and innate power because of mistreatment of the earth. I enjoyed the fantasy/mystic elements that were featured throughout. This comic is fascinating to me because it's author is able to weave in significant diversity in sexuality, education and belief system. Women in this comic are also featured in leadership roles and as elite warriors which is a refreshing break from many other superhero comics.
I enjoyed every page of this introduction to who Black Panther is and the many internal and external struggles he has to face to lead Wakanda. I read this because of it's author and subject matter, I usually shy away from mainstream superhero comics. I would recommend this comic to Adult readers who are interested in reading a diverse world full of fantasy, challenging obstacles and thoughtful dialogue. I look forward to continuing and reviewing the rest of the series....more
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I enjoyed reading this book immensely. I was engaged the entire time and looked forward toFind this and other Reviews at In Tori Lex Actual Rating 4.5
I enjoyed reading this book immensely. I was engaged the entire time and looked forward to learning more about the characters lives. Tony Johnson is a relateable and memorable protagonist, who learns alot about who he is and who he wants to be. The Johnson family faces many hardships financially, mentally, emotionally and physically. They all have to live in our society where being black means you are constantly figuring out how to deal with racism and the effect that is has on your life. Each member of the Johnson family has to grapple with some harsh choices and realities, they weave together well to create an engaging narrative. The good writing, and well developed characters were refreshing.
"I could have five PHD's, but that wouldn't change nothing. I could click my heels and think good thoughts all day ling, but they'll still see me as a nigger. You're my son, so how do you think they see you?"
Beyond the important experiences and situations described, the author does take time to explore some deep seated psychological pain. Tony's father Lionel is a case study of what happens when you let the fear of failure hold you back and eat you from the inside out. Tony also faces some hard realizations because he's growing into a man and realizing how much of life is not black and white. The humor was well timed and the commentary thrown in that never felt preachy or forced. The flow of the story was great and didn't shy away from hard truth's.
"Whether in times of feast or of famine, it could be counted on that times would change. God was a good name to call the fickle nature of fate as any."
I'm starting to read more Contemporary's and this reminded me to branch out into genre's I don't usually read. This is more then just a narrative about black experience, its a gem because of it's well developed discussion of race. The only thing I didn't enjoy fully was the ending, I wanted a more concrete ending for the Johnson family. I enjoy learning what happens to the characters fictional or not, I feel invested. It has something for everyone and I shed some tears during some emotionally trying moments. Despite the ending I can recommend this book to everyone without reservations....more
This was a powerful narrative that packs a large amount of information in a short amount of pages. The AngolFind this and other Reviews at In Tori Lex
This was a powerful narrative that packs a large amount of information in a short amount of pages. The Angola 3 Robert Hillary King, Albert Woodfox, and Herman Wallace served decades in solitary confinement. Solitary confinement is a inhumane practice that continues to be practiced today, where prisoners are kept in a cell 23 hours a day, and have extremely limited contact with others. The United States continues to use this practice in prisons across America to mostly black and brown bodies. The Angola 3 were charged and convicted for crimes they didn't commit. Their sentences were exacerbated because of their involvement with the Black Panther movement.
The Louisiana State Penitentiary was "created after the civil war, built on five former plantations it's named after the Homeland of it's original forced laborers." This comic focuses on the blame, humiliation and injustice that three black men faced because prisoners are treated as sub-human in the U.S. prison system. Supporting black liberation within prison walls was also a threat to the prison system because when prisoners can advocate for their own humanity they are not easily cast aside.Political prisoners within the United States show just how intolerant the U.S. can be to people who want to think, organize and act for themselves.
This was a powerful reflection on the inhuman practices of prisons and the reasons that we need to fight to change the criminal justice system as it exists. Using people that are paid only 3-35 cents and hour for work is slavery. I would recommend this to everyone, it highlights how our criminal justice system has and continues to operate in inherently racist and unjust ways. On February 19, 2016 the Albert Woodfox was released after four decades in solitary confinement, he died three days later from cancer. Robert Hillary King writes a great Afterword and states:
"So if you are duly convicted of a crime--I mean legally convicted of a crime-- you can become a slave, and if you are legally sentenced to death they can kill you."
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