Silencing the Past: Power and the Production of History
Silencing the Past: Power and the Production of History
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1995
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BetaSilencing the Past: Power and the Production of History
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1995216
Book • Nonfiction
1995
Adult
18+ years
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In Silencing the Past: Power and the Production of History, Michel-Rolph Trouillot explores how historical narratives are shaped by power dynamics, emphasizing the roles of silences and omissions. The book examines the processes through which history is recorded, questioning who gets to tell stories and whose perspectives are marginalized in the construction of historical accounts.
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Michel-Rolph Trouillot’s Silencing the Past is praised for its profound analysis of how history is shaped by power dynamics. It is lauded for its insightful critique of historical narratives and thought-provoking arguments, though some readers find its dense prose challenging. This influential work is essential for those interested in historiography and social theory.
Who Should Read Silencing the Past: Power and the Production of History?
Readers interested in Silencing the Past: Power and the Production of History by Michel-Rolph Trouillot are typically academics or enthusiasts of historical theory, particularly those exploring the politics of historiography. Comparable works include Edward Said's Orientalism and Howard Zinn's A People's History of the United States.
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1995
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