The Wretched of the Earth by Frantz Fanon

The Handbook for the Black Revolution that is Changing the Shape of the World

This book is a psychological and political analysis of the dehumanizing effects of colonization upon the individual and the nation. It provides a clear, passionate condemnation of colonialism and its legacy, arguing that violence is a necessary component of decolonization. The author also discusses the challenges that newly independent nations face, including the struggle to establish a national culture and the threat of neocolonialism.

The 871st greatest book of all time


Published
1961
Nationality
Algerian
Type
Nonfiction
Pages
Unknown
Words
100,000
Original Language
French
Alternate Titles
None

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