On Adom Getachew's 'Worldmaking' (for AAIHS roundtable) (original) (raw)

Adom Getachew's 'Worldmaking After Empire' explores the quest for political power and self-determination among African and Caribbean leaders, challenging existing notions in international theory. Through a critical analysis of decolonization efforts and the racial hierarchies within the global order, Getachew's work underscores the global ambitions of these leaders while calling attention to the historical significance of their visions. The discussion extends into the implications of contemporary political retreats from globality, advocating for a re-examination of the past anticolonial movements and their enduring legacies.