Deborah Wyrick

Fanon For Beginners

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ISBN 13:
9781934389874
author:
Deborah Wyrick
format:
Paperback
publisher:
For Beginners
language:
English
Publication Year:
2014
Pages:
192
Dimensions:
22.9 x 15 x 1.2 cm
Genre:
Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Multicultural Studies
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 20 working days
£13.52

Description

Frantz Fanon was a complex thinker whose work continues to shape contemporary cultural debate. This book provides an introduction to his life and thought, tracing his development from Martinique to France and his involvement in the fight for Algerian independence. The main section of the book explores three key stages in Fanon's intellectual journey: his search for black identity, his diagnosis of racism, and his analysis of colonialism and decolonization. The author examines how these ideas have influenced political practice, literary theory, and political studies, highlighting their ongoing impact on our understanding of race and revolution. Through a clear and concise narrative, this book offers a compelling introduction to one of the 20th century's most important thinkers, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to understand Fanon's work and its relevance today.

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