Freedom Time by Gary Wilder (Paperback Book)

Duke University Press

Explore the profound concepts of decolonization and the future of the world through 'Freedom Time: Negritude, Decolonization, and the Future of the World' by Gary Wilder. This insightful book reconsiders decolonization from the unique perspectives of Aime Cesaire and Leopold Sedar Senghor, delving into their vision of self-determination beyond state sovereignty. Discover how they aimed to transform imperial France into a democratic federation and anticipated future possibilities by acting as if they had already arrived. Wilder analyzes Cesaire and Senghor as pragmatic utopians and concrete cosmopolitans, highlighting the link between politics and aesthetics. 'Freedom Time' offers valuable insights into contemporary debates on self-management, postnational politics, and planetary solidarity. This book is an essential read for those interested in intellectual history, global critical theory, and the temporal dimensions of political life. Product Summary: Freedom Time: Negritude, Decolonization, and the Future of the World. Genre: History. Language: English. Pages: 400. Publisher: Duke University Press. Publication Year: 2015. ISBN: 9780822358503.