Robin Davis Gibran Kelley is a renowned American historian and academic, currently holding the esteemed position of Gary B. Nash Professor of American History at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
Throughout his illustrious career, Kelley's work has delved into the intricate dynamics of social movements in the United States, the African diaspora, and Africa, with a particular focus on the lives and contributions of Black intellectuals, the intersection of music and visual culture, and the complex relationships between surrealism and Marxism.
Kelley's most recent publications include the thought-provoking "Africa Speaks, America Answers: Modern Jazz in Revolutionary Times" and the captivating biography "Thelonious Monk: The Life and Times of an American Original".
In addition to his solo works, Kelley has co-edited numerous notable books, including "Walter Rodney, The Russian Revolution: A View from the Third World" and "The Other Special Relationship: Race, Rights, and Riots in Britain and the United States".
Currently, Kelley is dedicated to completing three book projects, further solidifying his reputation as a leading scholar in the field of American history.
