Anti-Colonial Literature Workshop @ Good Company Bookstore

Join us for a talk on the publishing, translating and reading of anti-colonial literature. During the workshop, we'll be exploring the book “Unity and Struggle’’ by Amilcar Cabral, a Cape Verdean poet, agronomist, theorist and revolutionary.

50 years after liberation from Portuguese colonialism, oppressed communities across

the world continue to face violent systems of domination, exploitation, dispossession

and Genocide. In this context, we look toward the experiences of those who struggled

for justice and liberty before us, to learn from their insights and challenges. Amílcar

Cabral stands out as a vibrant and tragic crystallization of that bygone highmark of

anticolonial struggle: Unwaveringly committed to his people and full of Care for their

plight, able and achieved—and, as so many of his contemporaries, cut down by intrigue

in a failed coup, killed before he could see his country's liberation.

What to Expect from the Event?

Our host Leon Bijan, researcher and educator, will guide the talk on colonial writing

focusing on the central figure of Amílcar Cabral. Based on some short materials from

the book provided to attendees, we hope to foster a space for co-construction of

meaning, desperately needed during intensifyingly violent and oppressive times.

In smaller groups, participants are provided with materials like pens, paper, the book,

and some quotes, to reflect on the talk and collect their own ideas. After a short phase,

we come together to discuss and share.

Reading the book before the event is helpful but not necessary to participate!

Who Is This Event For?

This event is for everybody who’s curious about colonial times and wants to

deepen their understanding of challenges of editing, translating and reading

anti-colonial literature.

Tickets for the event

This event is free to attend, but we’d love for you to register so we know how many to expect.

The Venue

Good Company Books is an independent English Bookstore in Lisbon. Born from our love of global literature and our Portuguese heritage, we are crafting a space for people of all backgrounds to gather and enjoy the best books, events, coffee, and wine. Find out more on our Instagram.

How To Find Us

By Metro: We're situated a 5-minute walk from the Campo Pequeno metro (Yellow line) and a 10-minute walk from the Alameda metro (Green & Red lines).

By Bus: There are many convenient bus options 2 blocks away from us on Avenida República, with the closest stop to our store being Campo Pequeno-Av. Republica.

By Bike: If you're using the Gira public bicycles, there is a docking station right across the street (#431 - Rua do Arco Cego / Av. Magalhães Lima).

By Car: There is a paid parking lot across the street, between Rua Arco do Cego and Rua Dona Filipa de Vilhena. Street parking is also available around the neighborhood.