Beginning Postcolonialism

This introduction to reading post-colonial literature outlines the contexts, theories, and controversies informing the production and appreciation of the literature being considered. McLeod (no credentials listed) offers a history of colonialism and English literature, an examination of post-colonial ideologies (such as nationalism and feminism), and an overview of the criticisms leveled against these ideologies. Distributed by St. Martin's Press. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

John McLeod is Lecturer in English at the University of Leeds.