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Can The Subaltern Speak?: Reflections On The History Of An Idea,New
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Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak'S Original Essay 'Can The Subaltern Speak?' Transformed The Analysis Of Colonialism Through An Eloquent And Uncompromising Argument That Affirmed The Contemporary Relevance Of Marxism While Using Deconstructionist Methods To Explore The International Division Of Labor And Capitalism'S 'Worlding' Of The World. Spivak'S Essay Hones In On The Historical And Ideological Factors That Obstruct The Possibility Of Being Heard For Those Who Inhabit The Periphery. It Is A Probing Interrogation Of What It Means To Have Political Subjectivity, To Be Able To Access The State, And To Suffer The Burden Of Difference In A Capitalist System That Promises Equality Yet Withholds It At Every Turn.Since Its Publication, 'Can The Subaltern Speak?' Has Been Cited, Invoked, Imitated, And Critiqued. In These Phenomenal Essays, Eight Scholars Take Stock Of The Effects And Response To Spivak'S Work. They Begin By Contextualizing The Piece Within The Development Of Subaltern And Postcolonial Studies And The Quest For Human Rights. Then, Through The Lens Of Spivak'S Essay, They Rethink Historical Problems Of Subalternity, Voicing, And Death. A Final Section Situates 'Can The Subaltern Speak?' Within Contemporary Issues, Particularly New International Divisions Of Labor And The Politics Of Silence Among Indigenous Women Of Guatemala And Mexico. In An Afterword, Spivak Herself Considers Her Essay'S Past Interpretations And Future Incarnations And The Questions And Histories That Remain Secreted In The Original And Revised Versions Of 'Can The Subaltern Speak?'Both Of Which Are Reprinted In This Book.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main thesis of 'Can the Subaltern Speak?' A: The main thesis of 'Can the Subaltern Speak?' by Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak revolves around the challenges faced by marginalized groups, particularly in postcolonial contexts, in voicing their political and social realities within a capitalist framework.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Can the Subaltern Speak?' A: The author of 'Can the Subaltern Speak?' is Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak, a prominent scholar in postcolonial studies.
- Q: What is the significance of the essays included in this book? A: The essays included in this book analyze the impact of Spivak's original essay, exploring its relevance in subaltern and postcolonial studies while addressing contemporary issues related to voice and representation.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers topics such as colonialism, the international division of labor, historical subalternity, and the politics of silence, particularly concerning indigenous women in Guatemala and Mexico.
- Q: Is 'Can the Subaltern Speak?' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Can the Subaltern Speak?' is highly regarded in academic circles and is essential reading for students and scholars of postcolonial studies, critical theory, and cultural studies.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The current edition available is a paperback edition published on March 16, 2010.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 336 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is available in 'New' condition.
- Q: Does the book include any of Spivak's original essays? A: Yes, the book reprints both the original and revised versions of Spivak's essay 'Can the Subaltern Speak?'
- Q: Can I find discussions about the essays' historical context in this book? A: Yes, the essays in this book provide contextual discussions about the historical significance and implications of Spivak's work within the evolution of subaltern studies.