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The document discusses several principles of African aesthetics including embracing conflict, polycentrism, coolness, high-effect juxtaposition, and ephebism. It also covers the history of black dance in America from slave dances to minstrel shows to early black performers like Master Juba and influences from Haiti. Key performances and figures discussed include Shuffle Along and William and Walker.

Author

Nguyen Nguyen

Language

EN