Black History for Every Day of the Year – David Olusoga and Yinka Olusoga

In conversation with Professor Hugo Dobson

Part of the University of Sheffield's Off the Shelf Festival of Words, described as one of the North's largest literary festivals, which brings the biggest names in local, regional and international literary talent, media and the arts to Sheffield each October.

A unique and vital celebration of Black history, sweeping across the world from ancient times to the modern day with David Olusoga and Yinka Olusoga. Meet well-known figures and unsung heroes, learn about famous and lesser-known key cultural moments in history, sport, science, activism, politics, music and more. With an accessible piece of history for every day of the year, here is a rich history that is relevant to us all. The book is illustrated by Kemi Olusoga.

Professor David Olusoga is an award-winning historian and broadcaster. Dr Yinka Olusoga teaches in the School of Education at the University of Sheffield.

Hugo Dobson is a Professor of Japan’s International Relations in the School of East Asian Studies at the University of Sheffield.