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Book Synopsis: While the term “culture wars” often designates the heated arguments in the English-speaking world spiraling around race, the canon, and affirmative action, in fact these discussions have raged in diverse sites and languages. Race in Translation charts the transatlantic traffic of the debates within and between three zones—the U.S., France, and Brazil. Stam and Shohat trace the literal and figurative translation of these multidirectional intellectual debates, seen most recently in the emergence of postcolonial studies in France, and whiteness studies in Brazil. The authors also interrogate an ironic convergence whereby rightist politicians like Sarkozy and Cameron join hands with some leftist intellectuals like Benn Michaels, Žižek, and Bourdieu in condemning “multiculturalism” and “identity politics.” At once a report from various “fronts” in the culture wars, a mapping of the germane literatures, and an argument about methods of reading the cross-border movement of ideas, the book constitutes a major contribution to our understanding of the Diasporic and the Transnational.
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Immerse yourself in the intellectual debates swirling around race, culture, and identity with Race in Translation: Culture Wars around the Postcolonial Atlantic. This thought-provoking book delves into the transatlantic exchange of ideas across the U.S., France, and Brazil, shedding light on the diverse perspectives that shape our understanding of multiculturalism and identity politics.
Stam and Shohat's insightful analysis traces the evolution of postcolonial studies in France and whiteness studies in Brazil, offering a nuanced perspective on the intersections of politics and academia. Explore the convergence of rightist politicians and leftist intellectuals as they grapple with issues of multiculturalism and identity, providing a captivating glimpse into the ongoing culture wars that shape our global society.
Race in Translation serves as a vital report from the frontlines of intellectual discourse, mapping out the key literary works that have shaped our understanding of the Diasporic and the Transnational. Discover new ways of reading and interpreting the cross-border flow of ideas, as this book makes a significant contribution to our knowledge of cultural dynamics in the modern world.
Ready to embark on a journey through the complex landscape of postcolonial debates and cultural exchange? Order your copy of Race in Translation today and broaden your understanding of the diverse perspectives that shape our global society.
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