Reading Subaltern Studies: Critical History, Contested Meaning and the Globalization of South Asia

Ludden, David E. (Editor)

ISBN 10: 1843310589 / ISBN 13: 9781843310587

Published by Anthem Pr, 2002

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448 pages. 9.25x6.25x1.25 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Reading Subaltern Studies: Critical History, Contested Meaning and the Globalization of South Asia
• Publisher: Anthem Pr
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1843310589
• ISBN 13: 9781843310587
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.89 kilograms

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Synopsis

The volume provides a reliable point of departure for new readers of Subaltern Studies and a resource base for experienced readers who want to revive critical debates. In his introduction, David Ludden traces the intellectual history of subalternity and analyses trends in the globalization of academic discourse that account for the changing character of Subaltern Studies as well as for the shifting debates around it.

About the Author

David Ludden is Professor of History at the University of Pennsylvania. He teaches South Asian history and development studies, particularly issues surrounding hunger, poverty and environment.