Hindi dalit literature and the politics of representation
Auteur :
Hunt, Sarah Beth
Éditeur :
Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN :
9781138660229
Date de publication :
21 janv. 2016
Dimensions :
21,6 x 13,8 cm
Poids :
500 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This study explores how Dalits in north India have used literature as a means of protest against caste oppression. It traces the trajectory of Dalit writing in Hindi from early 20th century through the contemporary period, viewing it as a movement that reinforces their complex identity.