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Love and Justice

by Laetitia Ky

First published: 2022
Pages: 290

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Laetitia Ky's book "Love and Justice: A Journey of Empowerment, Activism, and Embracing Black Beauty" is a feminist manifesto, art piece, and memoir. The book chronicles the intensely personal journey of Ky, a West African influencer, artist, and activist from the Ivory Coast. With her hair, she fashions sculptures that are strong, celebrate Black beauty and culture, advocate for social justice, and take a step toward self-love.

The book addresses many topics, including reproductive rights, detrimental beauty standards, racial injustice, internalized misogyny, and sexism. It provides readers with inspiration and empowerment by illuminating the way to self-love.

About the author

Laetitia Ky

Laetitia Ky is an Ivorian artist, photographer, activist, and author who uses sculpted hair as both visual language and a means of public argument. Love and Justice combines personal essay with 135 photographs documenting works that address Black beauty, social equality, bodily confidence, and women’s self-expression.

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