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The danger of a single story

The danger of a single story

Our lives, our cultures, are composed of many overlapping stories. Novelist Chimamanda Adichie tells the story of how she found her authentic cultural voice -- and warns that if we hear only a single story about another person or country, we risk a critical misunderstanding.

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Material Type:
Presentation
Date Added to MERLOT:
December 19, 2022
Date Modified in MERLOT:
June 1, 2025
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Submitter:
Cathy Swift
Asian American, Native American, Pacific Islander Serving Institution Hispanic Serving Institution
Primary Audience:
College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional
Technical Format:
Video, Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
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No
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Unknown
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