Fela : music is the weapon / created by Jibola Fagbamiye, Conor McCreery ; colourists, Bolaji Olaloye, Ashling Tu ; letterers, Esther Du, Xioyin Yan.
In this bold and striking graphic novel, artist Jibola Fagbamiye and writer Conor McCreery tell the remarkable story of one of Nigeria's most famous sons, Fela Kuti, the King of Afrobeat, who rose to superstardom with his band Africa 70 in the 1970s, during a charged political period for his nation. Chronicling Fela's perilous journey to capiture his destiny and to advocate for Pan-African unity in the face of European imperialism and white supremacy, this masterful biographical graphic novel celebrates this enduring legend and his legacy, offering inspiration for our own troubled time.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780063058798
- ISBN: 0063058790
- Physical Description: xiii, 366 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 24 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York, NY : Amistad, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, [2025]
- Copyright: ©2025
Content descriptions
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 364-366).
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- 1 of 1 copy available at Onslow County Public Library.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Main Library | BIO FELA (Text) | 36015000759692 | Adult Biography | Available | - |
