9 hrs 22 mins | HISTORY | Africa"The Wretched of the Earth" by Frantz Fanon, published in 1961, is a groundbreaking exploration of the psychological, social, and political dimensions of colonialism and decolonization. Drawing from his experiences as a psychiatrist during the Algerian War of Independence, Fanon delves into the dehumanizing effects of colonial oppression on both the colonized and the colonizers.
Fanon introduces the concept of "colonial alienation," describing the internal conflict experienced by the colonized torn between their indigenous culture and the imposed values of the colonizer. This fracture con...
"The Wretched of the Earth" by Frantz Fanon, published in 1961, is a groundbreaking exploration of the psychological, social, and political dimensions of colonialism and decolonization. Drawing from his experiences as a psychiatrist during the Algerian War of Independence, Fanon delves into the dehumanizing effects of colonial oppression on both the colonized and the colonizers.
Fanon introduces the concept of "colonial alienation," describing the internal conflict experienced by the colonized torn between their indigenous culture and the imposed values of the colonizer. This fracture contributes to a profound psychological degradation of the colonized, necessitating not only political and economic decolonization but also psychological and cultural liberation.
The book discusses the role of violence in the struggle for freedom, acknowledging its moral complexities and seeing it as a cathartic force for breaking free from colonial chains. Fanon critiques nationalist movements that replicate colonial structures, emphasizing the need for a genuine grassroots revolution beyond mere political independence.
Anticipating challenges post-independence, Fanon warns against reproducing colonial mentalities and calls for a radical societal transformation. He explores postcolonial identity complexities, advocating for authentic cultural expressions rejecting both colonizer influence and mimicry.
"The Wretched of the Earth" has left an indelible mark on postcolonial studies, political theory, and cultural critique. Its insights into the enduring legacies of colonial oppression and the ongoing struggle for genuine decolonization make it a seminal text, influencing scholarly discussions on the complexities of liberation, violence, and identity in the postcolonial world.
| # | Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Opening |
0 mins 10 secs |
| 2. | 01 - Preface |
5 mins 39 secs |
| 3. | 02 - Concerning Violence Part 1 |
55 mins 22 secs |
| 4. | 03 - Concerning Violence Part 2 |
1 hr 07 mins |
| 5. | 04 - Violence In The International Context |
20 mins 39 secs |
| 6. | 05 - Spontaneity Its Strength and Weakness |
29 mins 57 secs |
| 7. | 06 - Spontaneity Its Strengh and Weakness Part 2 |
51 mins 29 secs |
| 8. | 07 - The Pitfalls of National Consciousness |
45 mins 30 secs |
| 9. | 08 - The Pitfalls of National Consciousness Part 2 |
1 hr 05 mins |
| 10. | 09 - On National Culture |
42 mins 31 secs |
| 11. | 10 - On National Culture Part 2 |
44 mins 09 secs |
| 12. | 11 - Colonial War And Mental Disorders |
8 mins 19 secs |
| 13. | 12 - Series A |
32 mins 38 secs |
| 14. | 13 - Series B |
19 mins 01 secs |
| 15. | 14 - Series C |
18 mins 25 secs |
| 16. | 15 - Series D |
41 mins 38 secs |
| 17. | 16 - Conclusion |
10 mins 33 secs |
| 18. | Closing |
0 mins 10 secs |
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