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Multiculturalism in Postcolonial Literature
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Americanah
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie examines race, identity, and the immigrant experience as her Nigerian protagonists navigate life in the USA and the UK.
The God of Small Things
Arundhati Roy delves into the complexities of the caste system and religious differences in Kerala, India, as well as the lingering effects of British colonialism.
Wide Sargasso Sea
Jean Rhys explores issues of racial inequality and colonial power dynamics through the backstory of a character originally from Charlotte Brontë's 'Jane Eyre'.
The Joy Luck Club
Amy Tan offers a multi-generational exploration of Chinese American women navigating the complexities of their dual heritage.
Things Fall Apart
Chinua Achebe explores the impact of colonialism on the Igbo society in Nigeria, revealing the clash between Western and African cultures.
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao
Junot Díaz blends the Dominican American experience with elements of fantasy, providing insight into the life of an immigrant family in the United States.
The Namesake
Jhumpa Lahiri follows an Indian American family's experiences, examining the themes of identity and cultural assimilation.
White Teeth
Zadie Smith delves into postcolonial London, addressing issues of race, ethnicity, and cultural hybridity in a diverse cast of characters.
Midnight's Children
Salman Rushdie interweaves magical realism with historical events, reflecting on India's multicultural identity post-independence.
Disgrace
J.M. Coetzee addresses the post-apartheid transition in South Africa, discussing racial tension and the redistribution of power.
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