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Comparative Postcolonialism: Analyzing the Works of Chinua Achebe and Salman Rushdie

Author(s) Asit Panda
Country India
Abstract This research paper conducts a comparative analysis of postcolonial themes in the works of Chinua Achebe and Salman Rushdie, two prominent authors hailing from regions deeply affected by colonialism – Nigeria and India, respectively. The study aims to explore and understand the diverse ways in which these authors address the postcolonial condition through their narratives.
Utilizing a qualitative research design with thematic analysis, we delve into their literary works, including Achebe's "Things Fall Apart" and Rushdie's "Midnight's Children." The analysis reveals distinct approaches in their portrayal of cultural identity, the impact of colonialism, narrative styles, thematic focuses, and responses to colonial influence. Achebe's narratives emphasize cultural preservation, critique of colonial forces, and a direct, linear narrative style rooted in African traditions. In contrast, Rushdie's works highlight the complexities of cultural hybridity, identity negotiation, and employ a non-linear, richly imaginative narrative style reflective of an Indo-centric perspective.
The findings underscore the diversity of postcolonial literary expressions and emphasize the influence of cultural backgrounds on authors' responses to colonialism. This research enriches our understanding of postcolonial identities and histories, reaffirms the continued relevance of postcolonial discourse, and encourages an interdisciplinary approach to exploring the enduring impact of colonialism on formerly colonized societies.
Keywords Postcolonial literature, Chinua Achebe, Salman Rushdie, comparative analysis, cultural identity, colonialism, narrative style, thematic focus, interdisciplinary approach.
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Published In Volume 6, Issue 3, May-June 2024
Published On 2024-06-30
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