VY Mudimbe
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About
A philosopher, author, and professor who wrote various books on African culture.
Before Fame
He joined a monastery when he was young, leaving in 1962 to study African History.
Trivia
He was considered to be the equivalent of Edward Said for African studies.
Family Life
He was brought up with his family in Jadotville, Belgian Congo.
Associated With
He and Maya Angelou both became internationally respected authors.
