‘Literary Voice: A Peer Reviewed Journal of English Studies’: new review of 'Navigating Boundaries: A Comprehensive Study of Postcolonial Theory and Literature'
We are pleased to announce that 'Navigating Boundaries: A Comprehensive Study of Postcolonial Theory and Literature' by Shuchi Agrawal has been reviewed by Swaraj Raj and published in the ‘Literary Voice: A Peer Reviewed Journal of English Studies’, Number 26, Volume 1, March 2026, https://doi.org/10.59136/lv.2026.26.1.45:
Shuchi Agrawal’s book, “Navigating Boundaries: A Comprehensive Study of Postcolonial Theory and Literature” is an invaluable compendium of useful information about postcolonial theory, postcolonial reading and postcolonial literature for students, researchers and teachers alike who wish to explore this subject in a comprehensive manner. […]
[Extract from book review on ‘Literary Voice: A Peer Reviewed Journal of English Studies’, Number 26, Volume 1, March 2026. Reviewer: Swaraj Raj. https://doi.org/10.59136/lv.2026.26.1.45]
Find out more about the book and order your copy here: Navigating Boundaries: A Comprehensive Study of Postcolonial Theory and Literature
'Navigating Boundaries: A Comprehensive Study of Postcolonial Theory and Literature' delves into the intricate area of postcolonial discourse, amplifying the voices emerging from the margins, challenging dominant narratives while exploring the themes of identity, mimicry, hybridity, power and resistance. Drawing from key theorists such as Edward Said, Homi K. Bhabha, Frantz Fanon, Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak, Philip G. Altbach, Deepesh Chakravarthy, Chandra Talpade Mohanty, Gauri Viswanathan etc., this book offers a deep investigation into the multiple aspects of theoretical frameworks that shape postcolonial discourse. The analysis moves seamlessly from theory to literature, investigating how postcolonial literary texts navigate critical issues such as hybridity, mimicry, identity and resistance.
A vital resource for students, research scholars, teachers, and anyone curious about the dynamic field of postcolonial theory and literature, this book calls readers to reflect, question, and join the discourse on the complex narratives that continue to shape our world. Generally, most of the postcolonial critiques explore linguistic imperialism, but this book makes a groundbreaking contribution by foregrounding the use of vernacular languages in literary texts and critical theory, positing that this is not just an aesthetic choice but a form of resistance and identity reclamation. In doing so, it echoes Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o’s call for linguistic decolonization and applies it in a broader, more diverse context, examining how the act of writing in local languages disrupts colonial power dynamics and fosters cultural preservation. While much of postcolonial criticism tends to centre on broad historical and political analysis, 'Navigating Boundaries' emphasizes the multiple voices coming from Africa, Caribbean and South Asia, offering a more intimate look at identity formation in postcolonial settings. Moreover, the book’s interdisciplinary approach strengthens its position in the field. By weaving in cultural studies, sociology, and psychological perspectives on gender, trauma, ethnicity and memory, it opens up fresh pathways, making the work relevant not just for literary scholars, but for those interested in a wider discourse on postcolonial theory.
Edition 1st
ISBN 979-8-8819-0095-3
Published in February 2025
Page last updated on February 11th 2026. All information correct at the time, but subject to change.
