Imperial Intimacies

This compelling audiobook offers a deeply personal yet expansive history of the British Empire through Hazel Carby’s family story, revealing the intertwined lives of her relatives across Jamaica, England, and the Atlantic. It explores themes of identity, race, and history, tracing the experiences of her ancestors from slavery to post-war Britain. Spanning diverse locations and generations, the narrative combines intimate family memories with a broader look at the legacy of empire, making for a powerful exploration of cultural and historical interconnectedness.