ABSTRACT

Homi K. Bhabha is one of the most highly renowned figures in contemporary post-colonial studies. This volume explores his writings and their influence on postcolonial theory, introducing in clear and accessible language the key concepts of his work, such as 'ambivalence', 'mimicry', 'hybridity' and 'translation'. David Huddart draws on a range of contexts, including art history, contemporary cinema and canonical texts in order to illustrate the practical application of Bhabha's theories. This introductory guidebook is ideal for all students working in the fields of literary, cultural and postcolonial theory.

chapter 1|8 pages

WHY BHABHA?

chapter 2|15 pages

READING

chapter 3|15 pages

THE STEREOTYPE

chapter 4|13 pages

MIMICRY

chapter 5|16 pages

THE UNCANNY

chapter 6|15 pages

THE NATION

chapter 7|17 pages

CULTURAL RIGHTS

chapter 8|15 pages

AFTER BHABHA