Afrodescendant Resistance to Deracination in Colombia

Focusing on the 2002 massacre in Bellavista-Bojayá-Chocó, Colombia, the author explores the implications of forced displacement and migration, suggesting these concepts can obscure historical realities. Through an ethnographic study of survivors' experiences, the book introduces the idea of deracination to examine land dispossession. It highlights the intricate local contexts, global connections, and the community's strategies for resilience and mourning, providing a nuanced perspective on the ongoing impact of violence and loss.