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Focusing on the genre of magical realism, this study delves into its significance within postcolonial discourse, specifically through the works of West African authors Syl Cheney-Coker, Ben Okri, and Kojo Laing. Brenda Cooper analyzes the unique characteristics of magical realism as expressed in their fiction, highlighting how these elements resonate with the cultural and historical contexts of West Africa. The exploration offers insights into the intersection of magic and reality in shaping postcolonial narratives.
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Magical Realism in West African Fiction, Brenda Cooper
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- 1998
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- Title
- Magical Realism in West African Fiction
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Brenda Cooper
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales)
- Publisher
- 1998
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 258
- ISBN13
- 9780415182393
- Category
- About Literature
- Description
- Focusing on the genre of magical realism, this study delves into its significance within postcolonial discourse, specifically through the works of West African authors Syl Cheney-Coker, Ben Okri, and Kojo Laing. Brenda Cooper analyzes the unique characteristics of magical realism as expressed in their fiction, highlighting how these elements resonate with the cultural and historical contexts of West Africa. The exploration offers insights into the intersection of magic and reality in shaping postcolonial narratives.