An introduction to post-colonial theories through case studies from Québec, 19th-20th centuries. Exploring issues of colonialism, hegemony, decolonization, and post-colonialism, and how they can apply, or not, to Québec society. Major themes: gender, language, religion, ethnicity, nationalism, discrimination, racism. Class activities will centre on individual and group reflection on compulsory readings, exploring how post-colonial concepts are applied in discussion and research. Students will also write two papers: a short work presenting a key concept in postcolonial theory (20%) and a medium-length research paper (50%).
