Beginning Postcolonialism (Beginnings)

Postcolonialism has become one of the most exciting, expanding and challenging areas of literary and cultural studies today. Designed especially for those studying the topic for the first time, Beginning Postcolonialism introduces the major areas of concern in a clear, accessible, and organized fashion. It provides an overview of the emergence of postcolonialism as a discipline and closely examines many of its important critical writings. This Work Provides An Overview Of The Emergence Of Postcolonialism As A Discipline And Examines Its Important Critical Writings. In Particular, It Demonstrates How Many Of The Ideas And Concepts Can Be Applied When Reading Texts. From 'commonwealth' To 'postcolonial' -- Reading Colonial Discourses -- Nationalist Representations -- The Nation In Question -- Re-reading And Re-writing English Literature -- Postcolonialism And Feminism -- Diaspora Identities -- Postcolonialism And The Critics. John Mcleod. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.