An Introduction To Post-Colonial Theory

An Introduction To Post-Colonial Theory

The first book of its kind in the field, this timely introduction to post- colonial theory offers lucid and accessible summaries of the major work of key theorists such as Frantz Fanon, Edward Said.Homi Bhabha and Gayatri Spivak. The Guide also Explores the lines of resistance against colonialism and highlights the theories of post-colonial identity that have been responsible for generating some of the most influential and challenging critical work of recent decades. Designed for undergraduates and postgraduates taking courses related to colonialisn or post-colonialism, the book summarieses the major topics and issues as well as covering the contributions of major and less familiar figures in the field. "The book provides a concise, rich and lucid guide to the subject (...) This new introduction constitutes a worthy companion to the reader." Interventions , 2000 This book offers lucid, timely summaries of all the major work in the field of post-colonial theory.The first book of its kind, this timely introduction to post-colonial theory covers the major work of Frantz Fanon, Edward Said, Homi Bhabha, Gayatri Spivak and many others. It explores the lines of resistance against colonialism and highlights theories of post-colonial identity that have generated some of the most influential and challenging critical work of recent decades.For anyone interested in post-colonial theory. Peter Childs,  Patrick Williams