Postcolonial Literature

The York Notes Companion to Postcolonial Literature explores the diversity and richness of postcolonial literature and literary theory, engaging with topics such as race, gender and sexuality, globalisation and multiculturalism. Examining key postcolonial texts, including Heart of Darkness, Wide Sargasso Sea, Beloved And The poetry collection Born to Slow Horses, The Companion covers a range of genres in detailed commentaries, and guides students through key literary theories and debates. Connecting texts with their historical and scholarly contexts, this is essential reading for any student of postcolonial literature. Each York Notes Companion provides: Analysis of key texts and debates. Extended commentaries for further in-depth analysis of individual texts. Exploration of historical, social and cultural contexts. Annotations clarifying literary terms and events in history. Modern theoretical perspectives in practice. Timelines and annotated further reading. Wendy Knepper is a Lecturer in English at Brunel University, and a member of the UK Postcolonial Studies Association