The Story of Afro Hair

Explore the incredible history of Afro hair in 'The Story of Afro Hair', which celebrates the fashion and styles of Afro hair over the last 5,000 years. From plaits to the Gibson Girl, cornrows to locks, the hi-top fade to funki dreds, this book is the ultimate resource on Afro hairstories. It starts with an explanation of how Afro hair type grows and explores the politics and fashion of Ancient Egypt, the Kingdom of Benin, Henry VIII's court, the enslavement of African peoples, the Harlem Renaissance, the beginnings of Rastafarianism, and Britain in the 1980s. The book features vibrant full-color illustrations by Joelle Avelino and profiles of key figures in the Afro hair beauty industry, such as Sara Spencer Washington, Madam CJ Walker, and more. This sparkling gold foil hardback cover makes it the perfect gift for anyone interested in culture, fashion, and history.