1998, ISBN: 9780198184843

Clarendon Press. Good. #REF!. Paperback. 1998. 328 pages. Cover worn<br>The range of literature written in Engli sh but produced outside Britain and America has expanded consider ab… More...

Clarendon Press. Good. #REF!. Paperback. 1998. 328 pages. Cover worn<br>The range of literature written in Engli sh but produced outside Britain and America has expanded consider ably in recent years. This book provides a comparative and up-to- date survey of colonial, new national and post-colonial literatur es, and related criticism. At the same time, the essays address t he problem of establishing such politicized categories of literat ure; they recognize that, in a time of massive migration, rapid i nternational communication, and increased demands by minorities, national cultures and national identities are less stable than ev er before. Intended as an introduction for those new to the subje ct, the collection contributes to the ongoing discussion about th e new literatures, and should also interest the specialist. Edit orial Reviews Review `truly scholarly ... a most timely book and one which should be read by all in this field. Postcolonial stud ies are in desperate need of a book which is both comprehensive a nd scholarly, and this fills that need with point and challenge. Bruce King has once again demonstrated just how good an editor an d scholar he is by choosing wisely and strategically his many con tributors. The essays are both comprehensive and substantial, set ting new standards for postcolonial criticism as well as providin g very necessary backgrounds, something which many attempt but do n't succeed in doing well or properly. / The range is impressive. ' Kirpal Singh, World Lit. Written in English. `the several stud ies contained in this book have expanded my own thinking and adde d largely to my understanding of some fundamental problems.' Kirp al Singh, World Lit. Written in English. `this book contains a v ery good Bibliography ... an invaluable aid to any critic/scholar /student wanting to know more.' Kirpal Singh, World Lit. Written in English. Each group of essays, even the last one, works well together; there is overlap without too much repetition. It is a w ell edited volume with resourceful bibliographies that beginners and specialists will find helpful. - Craig V. Smith, Research in African Literatures, Vol. 29, no.4, 1998. About the Author Bruc e King is a freelance editor and writer. Has held professorships or distinguished visiting professorships at Ibadan, Lagos, Stirli ng, Windsor (Canada), Canterbury (NZ), Ben Gurion (Israel), Paris III, Paris VII, and North Alabama. ., Clarendon Press, 1998, 2.5<

2002, ISBN: 9780198184843

Trade paperback, Literature|Literature, This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as … More...

Trade paperback, Literature|Literature, This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Re-bound by library. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 750grams, ISBN: 9780198184843. , [PU: Clarendon Press]<