Decolonizing the Mind
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Unveiling the Colonial Paradox
This chapter explores the paradox of studying English literature as a means of liberation while being born in a colonial village, reflecting on the historical imposition of Englishness as a symbol of civilization in the colonized world. It delves into the interconnectedness of European culture's rise to dominance with the dehumanization of African peoples through slavery and colonization. The narrative emphasizes the importance of challenging colonial ways of thinking and recognizing hidden references to colonization in literary works.
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