Decolonizing the Trinidadian Mind (Paperback)

Brian Sankarsingh

ISBN 10: 1738041980 / ISBN 13: 9781738041985

Published by Sankarsingh-Gonsalves Productions, 2025

About this Item

Paperback. Trinidad and Tobago's history is often told in terms of conquest, colonization, and cultural fusion. But beneath these narratives lies a deeper, more painful truth-one of division, distrust, and the lingering wounds of colonial rule. This book is not just history; it is an exploration of the forces that have shaped the Trinidadian psyche, particularly the tensions between Afro- and Indo-Trinidadians, which persist to this day.This is a compelling blend of prose and poetry, that traces the echoes of the past into the present, revealing how colonial legacies continue to shape national identity. More importantly, this book is a call to action-a plea for all Trinidadians to move beyond racial and religious divides and embrace a shared future. Only by understanding our history can we navigate the present and build a nation united in purpose and possibility. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Decolonizing the Trinidadian Mind (Paperback)
• Publisher: Sankarsingh-Gonsalves Productions
• Publication Date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1738041980
• ISBN 13: 9781738041985
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Trinidad and Tobago’s history is often told in terms of conquest, colonization, and cultural fusion. But beneath these narratives lies a deeper, more painful truth—one of division, distrust, and the lingering wounds of colonial rule. This book is not just history; it is an exploration of the forces that have shaped the Trinidadian psyche, particularly the tensions between Afro- and Indo-Trinidadians, which persist to this day.

This is a compelling blend of prose and poetry, that traces the echoes of the past into the present, revealing how colonial legacies continue to shape national identity. More importantly, this book is a call to action—a plea for all Trinidadians to move beyond racial and religious divides and embrace a shared future. Only by understanding our history can we navigate the present and build a nation united in purpose and possibility.