Colonial Histories, Postcolonial Memories

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The Kahina myth has significantly influenced various social groups in North Africa since the 9th century, serving as a powerful ideological tool for anticolonial movements, nationalism, and feminism. Abdelmajid Hannoum analyzes how this legend has been appropriated to support diverse narratives, framing North Africa as Arab, French, Berber, or Jewish. The book delves into the transformation of historical memories, examining the roles of oral storytellers and historians in shaping the understanding of the region's identity amidst colonial and post-colonial contexts.