Download or read book Homi Bhabha: An Introduction and Critique, Volume 1: Philosophy and Culture written by Andrew McLaverty-Robinson and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2020-01-28 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Homi Bhabha: An Introduction and Critique is a pathbreaking three-volume study of the famous postcolonial scholar's work. McLaverty-Robinson's treatment translates Bhabha's almost impenetrable prose into plain English, without losing its meaning. It also explains the background assumptions and references lurking behind Bhabha's theoretical concepts. In addition, McLaverty-Robinson's incisive critique cuts through the aura surrounding critical theory, exploring whether Bhabha's ideas work in practice - either empirically or politically. This first volume explores Bhabha's views on philosophy and culture. It includes chapters explaining his social constructivist assumptions, and exploring his interpretations of art and literature.