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Writing the Noncolonial Self: Modern African Literatures and the Politics of Subjectivity
Literatures Politics: Writing the Noncolonial Self by Alexander Fyfe examines how modern African literary forms imagine subjectivity and ways of being within coloniality. The book discusses writers including Bessie Head, Cheikh Hamidou Kane, and Akwaeke Emezi, and frames literary practice as a means of rethinking the self.
At a glance
- Develops the idea of the “noncolonial” as a way to consider subjectivity beyond colonial constructions of the self.
- Discusses African literary work by Bessie Head, Cheikh Hamidou Kane, and Akwaeke Emezi.
- Connects literary form and practice with political questions about alternative ways of being.
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Pros
- Offers a focused framework linking African literary studies, politics, and subjectivity.
- The named authors provide several distinct literary contexts for exploring the book's central argument.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | University of Virginia Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | May 5, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 270 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0813954940 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0813954943 |
| Weight listed | 1.17 pounds |
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| Dimensions | 6 x 1 x 9 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers of modern African literature and African literary criticism.
- Students and researchers interested in coloniality, subjectivity, and literary form.
- Readers seeking criticism that discusses Bessie Head, Cheikh Hamidou Kane, and Akwaeke Emezi.
Frequently asked questions
What is Writing the Noncolonial Self about?
It examines how African literary forms can reimagine subjectivity and ways of being within coloniality, developing the idea of the “noncolonial.”
Which writers does the book discuss?
The supplied description names Bessie Head, Cheikh Hamidou Kane, and Akwaeke Emezi.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 270 pages.
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