Women Writing Trauma in the Global South: A Study of Aminatta Forna, Isabel Allende and Anuradha Roy

This book examines the works of Aminatta Forna, Isabel Allende, and Anuradha Roy in a global context, highlighting the representation of women's trauma narratives and offering critical insights into unrecognized suffering in the global peripheries and subversive narrative counter-practices.

Format: Hardback
Length: 174 pages
Publication date: 08 September 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This groundbreaking work stands as the first of its kind to critically examine the literary works of Aminatta Forna, Isabel Allende, and Anuradha Roy within a global constellation, offering a profound advancement to existing scholarship on women's trauma narratives. By delving into the intricate complexities of psychological trauma, this book pioneers the exploration of novel temporal and conceptual dimensions, shedding light on pressing issues within the global unconscious. Through its insightful analysis, this book provides readers with invaluable critical insights into the pervasive issue of unrecognized suffering in the global peripheries and the subversive narrative counter-practices employed to challenge and transform these narratives. This seminal publication is a testament to the power of literature in addressing pressing social and cultural concerns and serves as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and readers alike.

Weight: 490g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032211176