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Negrismo

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Negrismo is a literary movement that emerged in the early 20th century in Latin America, particularly in Cuba. It celebrated black culture and aimed to challenge racial discrimination through literature.

Related terms

Negritude Movement: The negritude movement was an intellectual and literary movement that originated among French-speaking black intellectuals from Africa and the Caribbean. It emphasized pride in African heritage and fought against colonialism.

Harlem Renaissance: The Harlem Renaissance was an artistic and intellectual movement during the 1920s centered around Harlem neighborhood in New York City. It celebrated African American culture through literature, music, art, and theater.

Cultural Appropriation: Cultural appropriation refers to adopting elements from another culture without understanding or respecting its historical and cultural significance, often leading to the commodification or misrepresentation of that culture.

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