Caribbean Women Writers and Globalization

This book offers a fresh perspective on Caribbean women's literature, exploring its connections to global economic forces and national contexts. Caribbean Women Writers and Globalization is a significant contribution to feminist literary criticism.

In Caribbean Women Writers and Globalization, Helen Scott presents a nuanced examination of contemporary literature produced by Caribbean women, situating it within the frameworks of both global and local economic forces. This work serves as a corrective to much of the existing Caribbean feminist literary criticism, which often overlooks the intricate interplay between literature and the socio-political landscape of the Caribbean. By moving away from the prevalent focus on thematic diasporic studies, Scott emphasizes the importance of considering each literary text in relation to its specific national historical and cultural contexts.

Scott argues that while the literature of Caribbean women may seem less overtly political compared to the male-dominated narratives of national liberation, it still powerfully reflects the sociopolitical realities of the postindependent Caribbean. Through her analysis, she reveals how these writers articulate the persistent dynamics of imperialism that linger even after the end of formal colonialism. The book highlights the works of notable authors such as Oonya Kempadoo, Jamaica Kincaid, Edwidge Danticat, Pauline Melville, and Janice Shinebourne, showcasing their unique aesthetic contributions that transcend geographical and historical boundaries.

Throughout Caribbean Women Writers and Globalization, Scott maintains that art is inextricably linked to social forces, yet it continuously pushes against the constraints imposed by those very forces. This insightful and accessible study is an essential resource for scholars in literature and women's studies, as well as those interested in postcolonial, cultural, and globalization studies.