Description
- ISBN-13: 9780674252721
- Publisher: Belknap Press
- Binding: Hardcover
- Language: English
- Width: 156 mm
- ISBN-10: 0674252721
- Publisher Date: 30 Nov 2020
- Height: 33 mm
- No of Pages: 432
Original price was: ₹799.00.₹599.25Current price is: ₹599.25.
In “Neither Settler nor Native,” Mahmood Mamdani argues that the nation-state, born from colonialism, created permanent minorities. Challenging conventional understandings of political violence, Mamdani offers a radical rethinking of political community, urging us to move beyond the settler-native dichotomy. Explore the complex history of how minorities are made and unmade. (ISBN: 9780674252721)
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Priyansha Dalmia –
Important ideas, but the writing style could be more accessible. The concept of ‘permanent minorities’ is well-developed. I wish it had more real-world examples.
Nikita Jetwani –
This book is essential for anyone studying colonialism and its legacies. It can be repetitive at points, hammering the same ideas.
Abhishek Gedam –
An interesting take, but I’m not entirely convinced by all of Mamdani’s claims. I appreciate the effort to rethink political community, though.
Kashish Rawat –
Challenging but rewarding. Mamdani’s book offers a fresh, albeit complex, analysis. This is essential reading for understanding modern political conflict.
Hemant Kumar –
This book completely changed how I understand political identities. It’s a tough read but worth the effort. Mamdani is a brilliant scholar.
Muskan Singh –
A powerful critique of the nation-state. While dense, it’s a crucial contribution to postcolonial studies. The book offers no easy answers, though.
Divya Meena –
A thought-provoking read, but dense and challenging at times. Mamdani presents a compelling argument regarding the creation of minorities. It made me think, but I had to reread some sections.
Michael Harris Y –
Mamdani challenges conventional wisdom. However, I found some of his arguments a bit abstract and disconnected from the realities on the ground.
Vaidehi Gupta –
Mamdani’s analysis is insightful, offering a new perspective on political violence. It’s academically rigorous, perhaps too much so for a casual reader. Still, a worthwhile read.
Anjali Gupta –
Excellent scholarship! ‘Neither Settler nor Native’ provides a framework for understanding contemporary conflicts. Highly recommended for serious students.