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Silencing the Past (20th anniversary edition): Power and the Production of History

This book delves into the complex relationship between power structures and historical accounts, examining how dominant groups have controlled and manipulated historical records to serve their interests. The 20th anniversary edition includes new material reflecting on the evolution of historical scholarship and the ongoing relevance of the original arguments. more

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Michel-Rolph Trouillot
Michel-Rolph Trouillot

Michel-Rolph Trouillot was a Caribbean-born writer known for his postcolonial literature and critical race theory works. His writings often focus on the colonial history and postcolonial identity issues of the Caribbean region. more

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