Chris Tiffin
De-scribing Empire
- ISBN 13:
- 9780415105477
- author:
- Chris Tiffin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis, Inc.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1994
- Pages:
- 272
- Genre:
- History Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
De-scribing Empire: A Critical Exploration of Colonialism and Textuality This collection of essays examines the role of books, writing, and textuality in shaping colonial worldviews. It explores how imperialism operated through textual strategies, including cartography, children's literature, and adventure fiction. The authors analyze key issues such as identity erasure, the representation of women in power hierarchies, and the complexities of teaching resistance literature in Western educational institutions. By foregrounding critical approaches to post-colonial studies, De-scribing Empire offers a nuanced understanding of the multifaceted nature of imperialism. Through its examination of textual representations, this book sheds light on the ongoing impact of colonialism on our understanding of identity, power, and culture.
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