Postcolonialism

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An Historical Introduction

By Robert J. C. Young

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Postcolonialism by Robert J. C. Young offers an extensive exploration into the postcolonial theory, dissecting historical, cultural, and political aspects of colonialism and its aftermath. The book examines the legacies of colonial rule and how they influence global geopolitics, culture, and identity, while providing insights into the resistance and challenges faced by postcolonial societies. Young presents an accessible yet thorough account of the philosophical and theoretical frameworks underpinning postcolonial studies.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in exploring the complex dynamics of power, culture, and identity that emerged following colonial rule. It provides an insightful analysis into how postcolonial theory intersects with history and politics, examining the legacy of colonialism and its continuing influence on contemporary global relations.

Postcolonialism

This seminal work now available in a 15th anniversary edition with a new preface is a thorough introduction to the historical and theoretical origins of postcolonial theory.

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This seminal work—now available in a 15^th anniversary edition with a new preface—is a thorough introduction to the historical and theoretical origins of postcolonial theory.

Postcolonialism provides a clearly written and wide-ranging account of postcolonialism, empire, imperialism, and colonialism, authored by one of the leading scholars on the topic. The book details the history of anti-colonial movements and their leaders around the world, from Europe and Latin America to Africa and Asia.

It analyses the ways in which freedom struggles contributed to postcolonial discourse by producing fundamental ideas about the relationship between non-western and western societies and cultures.

Offering an engaging yet accessible style, Postcolonialism will appeal to scholars as well as introductory students.

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Postcolonialism by Robert J. C. Young is often praised for its comprehensive analysis and accessible approach to postcolonial theory. Reviewers highlight its engaging writing style, which provides a clear introduction for newcomers and deeper insights for established scholars. The book is noted for its examination of the historical and cultural context of postcolonialism, making it a valuable resource in both academic and general settings.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405120944

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 October 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Edition: Anniversary Edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 839g

Pages: 530

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About the Author

Robert J. C. Young is Julius Silver Professor of English and Comparative Literature at New York University, USA. A Fellow of the British Academy, he is one of the pioneers of the study of postcolonial literatures and their cultures, founded on an abiding interest in marginalized peoples and occluded histories. He is the Editor of Interventions: International Journal of Postcolonial Studies, and the author of many books, including Empire, Colony, Postcolony (Wiley Blackwell, 2015), The Idea of English Ethnicity (Wiley Blackwell, 2008), Colonial Desire: Hybridity in Theory, Culture and Race (1995), and White Mythologies (1990).