Book Details

• Author: Epp Annus

• Publisher: Routledge

• Language: English

• Edition: Illustrated

• ISBN: 9780367234546

• Number of Pages: 298

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 0.7 inches

• Weight: Not specified

About the Book

Postcolonial Studies in the Former Soviet Bloc offers a fresh perspective on postcolonial theory by focusing on the experiences and histories of the countries within the former Soviet bloc. While much of postcolonial studies has traditionally centered on the West European colonial experience, this book shifts the lens to explore the complex relationship between Soviet coloniality and Soviet modernity.

The book applies established postcolonial theory to the unique context of the former Soviet states and simultaneously uses these nations’ experiences to refine and advance postcolonial thought. It covers a broad range of topics including the co-constitution of Soviet colonality with Soviet modernity, the emotional and affective structure of identity creation among both national and imperial subjects, and how cultural imaginaries and everyday material realities played a significant role in shaping Soviet life.

Drawing from a diverse range of sources, this volume presents thought-provoking insights relevant to scholars in multiple fields. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersections of postcolonial theory, Soviet history, and the ways in which colonial experiences shaped everyday lives in the Eastern bloc.