Originally published as Les damnés de la terre in 1961, Fanon's revolutionary analysis of decolonization remains one of the most influential works of political theory ever written. Through unflinching examination of the psychological and social effects of colonialism, Fanon explores the violent process of liberation and the challenges of building new nations. This essential text continues to resonate with movements for justice and liberation worldwide, offering profound insights into the nature of oppression and resistance.

Why We Picked It: Because Fanon's analysis of colonialism and decolonization speaks directly to ongoing struggles for justice and liberation. His insights into the psychological violence of oppression and the necessity of reclaiming dignity remain urgently relevant for understanding contemporary movements for social change.

Details: • Author: Frantz Fanon • Introduction by: Cornel West • Translator: Richard Philcox • Foreword by: Homi K. Bhabha • Preface by: Jean-Paul Sartre • Publisher: Grove Press • Format: Paperback • Publication Date: October 19, 2021 • Original Title: Les damnés de la terre (1961) • ISBN: 0802158633

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