Does history repeat itself? Reading Frantz Fanon’s A Dying Colonialism today feels like reading a direct blueprint for modern resistance, drawing undeniable parallels to the occupation of Palestine. Dive into this 5-part breakdown of how the Algerian people successfully turned the “master’s tools”, from the veil and family structures to radios and healthcare, against their occupiers to dismantle a 132-year colonial chokehold.
Tag: Books
A Broken Mirror of Displacement
This is a beautifully written but structurally flawed critique of global displacement. Nation of Strangers suffers from a jarring blind spot by attempting to equate the author’s jet-setting, privileged exile with the harrowing reality of the truly stateless.
The Symphony of Sibling Grief
What does it mean to be biologically tethered to another adult when nothing else brings you naturally together? Sally Rooney’s Intermezzo isn’t a short or easy read, but it is a deeply moving exploration of duty, estrangement, and the isolating nature of family grief. Read my full thoughts on why this book proves Rooney is a true master of her art.