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Educator, philosopher, and Christian activist Cornel R. West (2008) describes himself as man “cut against the grain” (p. 70). Holding the rare status of both a Harvard and Princeton alumnus, West embodies the work of a passionate scholar, voracious reader, and critical pedagogue. He is inspired by the magic and tradition of myriad melodies of music.
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Christensen, L.M., Durm, T. (2013). Cornel R. West. In: Kirylo, J.D. (eds) A Critical Pedagogy of Resistance. Transgressions. SensePublishers, Rotterdam. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-6209-374-4_34
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