Excellent introduction to postcolonial debates.
13 of 13 Ciao Users found the following review helpful
()
Advantages Suitable both for undergraduates and specialists, broad range of readings.
Disadvantages None
Published by Harvester Wheatsheaf
Price: I paid about £20 but cheaper second hand obviously!
Contents:
Introduction by Chrisman/Williams:
The introduction provides a detailed overview of the main debates and theories to be explored in the body of the book.
There is also a short introduction by Chrisman and Williams at the start of each section, detailing the historical and political context of the readings that follow.
Part two: Theorising the West. Section includes writing by Said, Giddens and Ahmad.
Part three:Theorising Gender. Section includes writing by Suleri, Henderson and Mohanty.Part four: Theorising Post-Coloniality: Intellectuals and Institutions. Section includes writing by Franco, Mishra and Hodge.
Part five: Theorising Post-Coloniality: Discourse and Identity. Section includes writing by hooks, Achebe and Ngugi wa Thiong'oPart six: Reading from Theory. Section includes writing by Williams, Chrisman and Mulvey.
I won't elaborate on the sections because that would be reductive. Suffice it to say that I found all sections useful but was particularly gripped by the section on Gender. There is something to interest everyone here and I can't recommend it highly enough.
Attention, this is the first review from this author
Instead of giving a negative rating, consider:

Help this member by giving your advice

Report fraud (for example plagiarism) or other issue with the review to the Ciao support team
Add your comment
baby_uk 19/11/2005 19:00
eldergill 28/10/2005 19:25
torr 22/10/2005 14:09
Rather frightened to discover that "postcolonial theory" is now regarded as an aspect of English literature. Perhaps if you explained more what it is I'd better understand. Duncan
Tricksty 13/10/2005 13:06
kam76 11/10/2005 10:11
|
Colonial Discourse and Post-colonial Theory: A Reader - Patrick Williams This popular text provides an in-depth introduction to debates within post-colonial theory and criticism. The readings are drawn from a diverse... |
amazon marketplace books
|
Shipping: Check Site. Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days |
|
Colonial Discourse and Post-colonial Theory: A Reader - Patrick Williams This popular text provides an in-depth introduction to debates within post-colonial theory and criticism. The readings are drawn from a diverse... |
amazon books
|
Shipping: Free! Availability: Usually dispatched within 24 hours |