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The worlds of Frantz Fanon's 'L'Algerie se devoile'

Authors :
Reid, Donald
Source :
French Studies. Oct, 2007, Vol. 61 Issue 4, p460, 16 p.
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

The contentious role of French women in the emancipation of Algerian women during the Algerian War of Independence, as described in Frantz Fanon' essay 'L'Algerie se devoile', is examined. It is suggested that several underlying notions and practices more complicated than his theories can be understood.

Subjects

Subjects :
L'Algerie se devoile (Book) -- Criticism and interpretation
French literature -- Criticism and interpretation
Women -- Portrayals
Gender identity -- Portrayals
Literature/writing
Regional focus/area studies

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00161128
Volume :
61
Issue :
4
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
French Studies
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.175436355

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