Postcolonialism
탈식민주의
A foundational theoretical framework in cultural-studies addressing Postcolonialism at the macro level of analysis.
| Field | Cultural Studies · Sociology · Political Science |
|---|---|
| Level of analysis | Macro · Structures & Institutions |
| Paradigm | Post-Structuralism Critical Theory |
| Key figures | 👤 Edward W. Said (에드워드 사이드) |
| Year | 1978 |
Key Claims
Postcolonialism provides a foundational analytical framework in cultural-studies, examining the dynamics of post-structuralism, critical-theory at the macro level.
Further Reading
- Said, E. W. (1978). Orientalism. Pantheon Books.
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