A Black American abolitionist, writer, and figure in Gilroy's analysis for his exploration of nationalism and pan-African ideas that inform Black Atlantic political identities.

A German philosopher whose master-slave dialectic is critically examined by Gilroy for its implications on modernity and racial dialogue.

A Black American writer and abolitionist whose autobiographies provide insight into the agency of enslaved individuals and the tension with modernity.

An ensemble from Fisk University whose international performances of Negro spirituals highlight discussions on racial authenticity and the blending of aesthetics and politics.

A Black American sociologist and writer whose theory of double consciousness is central to Gilroy's exploration of Black Atlantic modernism.

A Black American author known for his exploration of racial issues and modernity, contributing to Gilroy's understanding of Black expressive cultures.

A West Indian writer and politician noted for his role in Pan-Africanism and the concept of diaspora, contributing to the intercultural dialogues in Gilroy's work.

A Black American novelist whose work, particularly "Beloved," is analyzed by Gilroy for its use of memory in Black Atlantic cultures and critique of modernity.