Soul Name
There are so many myths and misperceptions about Africa that Africans are often forced to become roving ambassadors, correcting and educating people about their customs and culture. When Naana Kyereboah encountered cultural ignorance at the Virginia elementary school where she taught English, she responded like a true teacher, taking it upon herself to expose her students and fellow teachers to African culture by organizing programs where she brought in maps, clothing, food and art works from different African countries, including her native Ghana. Her book Soul Name is the impressive outcome of her desire to impart an understanding and appreciation of Ghanaian culture. She says, “It has always been my dream to be a writer. The book let me combine my love of writing with what I was doing anyway – teaching people about Africa.”
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