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Routledge Postcolonial African Writers Sourcebook

Name: Routledge Postcolonial African Writers Sourcebook
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Explore the vast landscape of postcolonial African literature with this comprehensive bio-bibliographical critical sourcebook from Routledge. This reference volume provides a deep look into the history and development of African writing through a scholarly lens. The book opens with an introductory essay that examines postcolonial criticism and its relationship to African literary traditions, setting the stage for a detailed study of the continent's most significant voices. Designed for students, researchers, and literary enthusiasts, the text organizes profiles of approximately 60 influential writers in alphabetical order. You will find detailed information on legendary figures such as Chinua Achebe, Nadine Gordimer, Bessie Head, Doris Lessing, Tsitsi Dangarembga, and Tahbar Ben Jelloun. Each entry serves as a complete resource, offering a biography, a study of major works and recurring themes, and an overview of how critics have responded to their writing. With included bibliographies of primary and secondary sources, this book is an essential tool for anyone studying literary theory and movements within the African context.

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Comprehensive profiles of approximately 60 major African writers arranged alphabetically for easy navigation.

Detailed biographical information and discussions of major works and central themes for each featured author.

In-depth overview of critical responses to help researchers understand the academic impact of each writer.

Extensive bibliographies of primary and secondary sources included with every entry to support further study.

Introductory essay covering the foundations of postcolonial criticism and its connection to African writing.

Includes essential literary figures such as Chinua Achebe, Nadine Gordimer, and Bessie Head.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 157958053X
Category: Books > Subjects > Poetry, Drama & Criticism > History & Criticism > Literary Theory & Movements
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 01 July 1998
Listed Since: 10 February 2007

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