Author: K.N. Chimbiri
publisher name: Scholastic
ISBN: 9780702307416
The Story of Afro Hair is a celebration of the fashion and styles of Afro hair spanning over 5,000 years. The book explores various Afro hairstyles, including plaits, the Gibson Girl, cornrows, locks, the hi-top fade, funki dreds, and more. It delves into the historical and cultural context, covering topics such as Ancient Egypt, the Kingdom of Benin, Henry VIII's court, the enslavement of African peoples, the Harlem Renaissance, the beginnings of Rastafarianism, and Britain in the 1980s. The book is richly illustrated with vibrant, full-color illustrations by Joelle Avelino.
