Homemaking

Radical Nostalgia and the Construction of a South Asian Diaspora

Autori

• Anindya Raychaudhuri

Parametri

• 218 pagine
• 8 ore di lettura

• Geografia & Topografia
• Mappe e viaggi

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The book delves into how nostalgia shapes both individual and collective identities among diasporic South-Asians in the UK and US. It posits that, within a postcolonial framework, the emotions tied to nostalgia can serve as a powerful form of resistance, challenging dominant narratives and fostering a sense of belonging. Through this exploration, it highlights the transformative potential of nostalgic experiences in navigating cultural identity and heritage.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2018

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