Theory and cultural practice

“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by him; and without him was not anything made that was made. In him was life; and the life was the light of men. And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not”.

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Encounters

Literature and varieties of history

[Part 5]

Last week I discussed the significance of Marxian approaches to history with particular reference to British Marxist historians, most notably, E.P. Thompson and Christopher Hill. Today I would like to examine the importance of the Subaltern Studies Group that began its life in India.

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Cultural Scene

Hybridity, a major theme in postcolonial literature

Having dealt with the theme of gender (in a limited scope), in this week's column, I wish to explore the spacious concept of hybridity in relation to postcolonial literature. In essence, hybridity is an every-day reality that we encounter in an increasingly multi-ethnic and pluralistic society.

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