The Postcolonial Studies Dictionary

The Postcolonial Studies Dictionary
by Pramod K. Nayar / / / PDF


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This new Dictionary features a thoughtfully collated collection of over 150 jargon–free definitions of key terms and concepts in postcolonial theory. Features a brief introduction to postcolonial theory and a list of suggested further reading that includes the texts in which many of these terms originated Each entry includes the origins of the term, where traceable; a detailed explanation of its perceived meaning; and examples of the term s use in literary–cultural texts Incorporates terms and concepts from multiple disciplines, including anthropology, literary studies, science, economics, globalization studies, politics, and philosophy Provides an ideal companion text to the forthcoming Postcolonial Studies: An Anthology, which is also edited by Pramod K. Nayar, a highly–respected authority in the field

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