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A Politics of Virtue: Hinduism, Sexuality, and Countercolonial Discourse in Fiji

SKU: 9780226430317

3,983.60

Explore the intricate nexus of Hinduism, sexuality, and colonial power in this compelling historical analysis. Delving into Fiji between 1929-1932, the book examines how virtue and morality shaped political discourse among Indian plantation laborers, colonial administrators, and Fijian nationalists. It illuminates the nuanced struggles over sexual life and resistance that defined the countercolonial experience. A crucial read for students of South Asian history, postcolonial studies, and the vibrant Indian diaspora, offering profound insights into cultural negotiation under imperial rule.

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