Navigating Colonial Legacies: Postcolonial Themes in Modern English Literature
Keywords:
Post-Colonial Perspective, Modern English Literature, Cultural Elements, Traditional Boundaries, Transformation, Colonial Legacies, Imperialism, Cultural Identity, Resistance, Decolonization, Power DynamicsAbstract
The article "Navigating Colonial Legacies: Postcolonial Themes in Modern English Literature" dives into the intricate relationship between colonial legacies and postcolonial viewpoints in modern English literature. The purpose of this research is to investigate how contemporary authors manage topics such as imperialism, cultural identity, and resistance while also reflecting on the lasting influence that colonialism has had on countries and individuals all over the world. This research investigates how contemporary literature grapples with themes of power, representation, and decolonization. It does so by analyzing major works and critical viewpoints. This research aims to shed light on the continuous interaction between the past and the present and between colonizers and the colonized. This research provides insights into the persistent legacy of colonialism and its ramifications for current society by dissecting the complexity of postcolonial themes in modern English literature. Specifically, the study focuses on works written in English.
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