Post-colonial Litera ...

Abstract: 

This module on Postcolonial Literature examines the narratives emerging from former colonies, focusing on how literature addresses and critiques the legacy of colonialism and its influence on identity, culture, and power structures. Students will engage with seminal texts from America, UK, and beyond to analyze themes such as resistance, hybridity, and cultural reclamation.

The objectives of the module

1. to develop a critical understanding of postcolonial theory as it applies to literature,
2. to explore how authors from colonized regions reshape language and literary forms
3. to articulate their unique perspectives, and
4. to foster an appreciation of the diverse cultural expressions within postcolonial contexts.

• identify key characteristics of postcolonial literature,
• critically analyze texts through a postcolonial lens, and
• articulate how literature serves as a form of resistance and identity formation.