Esi Edugyan

Esi Edugyan, a Canadian novelist celebrated for exploring complex subjects, discusses her nonfiction collection, *Out of the Sun: Essays at the Crossroads of Race*. Alongside curator Aindrea Emelife, they dive into Black identity in art and the power of reshaping historical narratives. Esi reflects on her motivations for revealing hidden histories and the significance of representation in contemporary society. The conversation emphasizes embracing ambiguity and fostering empathy to deepen our understanding of diverse experiences and narratives.