About the book
\"Césaire's essay stands as an important document in the development of third world consciousness--a process in which [he] played a prominent role.\"
--Library Journal
This classic work, first published in France in 1955, profoundly influenced the generation of scholars and activists at the forefront of liberation struggles in Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Nearly twenty years later, when published for the first time in English, Discourse on Colonialism inspired a new generation engaged in the Civil Rights, Black Power, and anti-war movements and has sold more than 75,000 copies to date.
Aimé Césaire eloquently describes the brutal impact of capitalism and colonialism on both the colonizer and colonized, exposing the contradictions and hypocrisy implicit in western notions of \"progress\" and \"civilization\" upon encountering the \"savage,\" \"uncultured,\" or \"primitive.\" Here, Césaire reaffirms African values, identity, and culture, and their relevance, reminding us that \"the relationship between consciousness and reality are extremely complex. . . . It is equally necessary to decolonize our minds, our inner life, at the same time that we decolonize society.\" An interview with Césaire by the poet René Depestre is also included.
Editions of Discourse on Colonialism
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781583670248
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781583670255
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\"Césaire's essay stands as an important document in the development of third world consciousness--a process in which [he] played a prominent role.\"
--Library Journal
This classic work, first published in France in 1955, profoundly influenced the generation of scholars and activists at the forefront of liberation struggles in Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Nearly twenty years later, when published for the first time in English, Discourse on Colonialism inspired a new generation engaged in the Civil Rights, Black Power, and anti-war movements and has sold more than 75,000 copies to date.
Aimé Césaire eloquently describes the brutal impact of capitalism and colonialism on both the colonizer and colonized, exposing the contradictions and hypocrisy implicit in western notions of \"progress\" and \"civilization\" upon encountering the \"savage,\" \"uncultured,\" or \"primitive.\" Here, Césaire reaffirms African values, identity, and culture, and their relevance, reminding us that \"the relationship between consciousness and reality are extremely complex. . . . It is equally necessary to decolonize our minds, our inner life, at the same time that we decolonize society.\" An interview with Césaire by the poet René Depestre is also included.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discourse on Colonialism about?
\"Césaire's essay stands as an important document in the development of third world consciousness--a process in which [he] played a prominent role.\"
--Library Journal
This classic work, first published in France in 1955, profoundly influenced the generation of scholars and activists at the forefront of liberation struggles in Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Nearly twenty years later, when published for the first time in English, Discourse on Colonialism inspired a new generation engaged in the Civil Rights, Black Power, and anti-war movements and has sold more than 75,000 copies to date.
Aimé Césaire eloquently describes the brutal impact of capitalism and colonialism on both the colonizer and colonized, exposing the contradictions and hypocrisy implicit in western notions of \"progress\" and \"civilization\" upon encountering the \"savage,\" \"uncultured,\" or \"primitive.\" Here, Césaire reaffirms African values, identity, and culture, and their relevance, reminding us that \"the relationship between consciousness and reality are extremely complex. . . . It is equally necessary to decolonize our minds, our inner life, at the same time that we decolonize society.\" An interview with Césaire by the poet René Depestre is also included.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Discourse on Colonialism?
History and Archaeology > History > General and world history
Where can I read a sample of Discourse on Colonialism?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781583670248
How long is Discourse on Colonialism and how many pages does it have?
Discourse on Colonialism has 102 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Discourse on Colonialism?
Aimé Césaire
Who is the Publisher of the book Discourse on Colonialism?
Monthly Review Press
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Discourse on Colonialism is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781583670248) and paperback(ISBN 9781583670255)
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