Gorée Island: Door of No Return

In this episode of The International Book Show, host Makonnen Sankofa interviews author Taharkah Kush about his book, Gorée Island: Door of No Return.

They explore the historical significance of Gorée Island in the transatlantic slave trade, including Taharkah’s personal reflections from visiting the site and its role as a key location for European powers.

The conversation also highlights why preserving the island as a place of memory and education is so important today, the challenges of uncovering accurate historical records, and the relevance of reparations.