Description
Frantz Fanon's seminal work, "Black Skin, White Masks," offers a profound exploration of the psychological impact of colonialism and racism on the Black individual. Through a series of incisive analyses, Fanon dissects the complex relationship between Black and white identities, revealing how both are ensnared by the constructs of race. He delves into the deep-seated inferiority complex experienced by Black people and the inherent difficulty of shedding the inescapable reality of their Blackness within a white-dominated world. This powerful text remains a cornerstone of postcolonial thought, challenging readers to confront the enduring legacies of racialization and the struggle for selfhood.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2020
208 pages
ISBN: 9780241396667
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Details
First Published
1952
Language
fra
Translation
From: fra
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Black Skin, White Masks by Frantz Fanon.