Vijay Mishra
Subaltern Narratives in Fiji Hindi Literature
Subaltern Narratives in Fiji Hindi Literature
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Subaltern Narratives in Fiji Hindi Literature is a comprehensive study of fiction written in Fiji Hindi that challenges top-down historical accounts and offers a subaltern voice. Two extraordinary novels by Subramani, 'A Subaltern Tale' (2001) and 'Fiji Maa' (2018), are examples of subaltern writing that exist nowhere else in the world. These novels challenge the canon of world literature and offer a challenge to postcolonial, diaspora, and subaltern scholars.
Format: Hardback
Length: 226 pages
Publication date: 13 February 2024
Publisher: Anthem Press
Fiji Hindi literature stands as a groundbreaking exploration into the realm of fiction written in Fiji Hindi, transcending the limited and colonially-influenced perspectives that have traditionally shaped top-down historical accounts. Through the insightful analysis of two remarkable novels, namely Ḍaukā Purān ('A Subaltern Tale') (2001) and Fiji Maa ('Mother of a Thousand') (2018), authored by the Fiji Indian writer Subramani, Mishra compellingly argues for this transformative perspective. These novels, both of immense length, are written in the devanāgarī (Sanskrit) script, showcasing the power of subaltern writing to challenge dominant narratives and provide a legitimate voice to the marginalized.
These extraordinary works constitute a silent underside of world literature, silently challenging the established canon. They are essential for postcolonial, diasporic, and subaltern scholars, as they provide a foundational framework for their theories. The mastery of primary texts is crucial, and these subaltern novels, hailed as "heroic compositions" in the vernacular, offer a unique challenge to theorists. By delving into the complexities of identity, resistance, and the struggle for liberation, they offer a fresh lens through which to understand the complexities of the postcolonial world. Fiji Hindi literature's commitment to subaltern narratives is a testament to the power of literature to reshape historical narratives and empower the voices of the marginalized.
Weight: 492g
Dimension: 159 x 236 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839990700
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