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Tomorrow Is Now: It Is Today That We Must Create the World of the Future (Penguin Classics)

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Cover Of It Is Today That We Must Create The World Of The Future By Aimé Césaire Tomorrow Is Now: It Is Today That We Must Create The World Of The Future (Penguin Classics)

In his classic work, Discourse on Colonialism, Aimé Césaire brilliantly illuminates the horrors of colonization and the resilience of the human spirit. With a new by Nobel laureate Derek Walcott, this Penguin Classics edition is an essential addition to any bookshelf.

A Powerful Indictment of Colonialism

Césaire's Discourse on Colonialism is a passionate and eloquent indictment of the evils of colonialism. He argues that colonialism is a system of violence and exploitation that dehumanizes both the colonizers and the colonized. Césaire's work is a powerful reminder of the devastating effects of colonialism, and it continues to resonate with readers today.

A Celebration of the Human Spirit

Despite the horrors of colonialism, Césaire also celebrates the resilience of the human spirit. He believes that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for a better future. Césaire's work is a testament to the power of the human spirit, and it is a source of inspiration for all who бороться for justice and equality.

A Classic of World Literature

Discourse on Colonialism is a classic of world literature. It is a powerful and moving work that has had a profound impact on readers around the globe. This Penguin Classics edition includes a new by Nobel laureate Derek Walcott, which provides a valuable context for Césaire's work.

About the Author

Aimé Césaire was a Martinican poet, playwright, and politician. He was one of the founders of the négritude movement, which celebrated the beauty and strength of black culture. Césaire's work has been translated into more than 20 languages, and he is considered one of the most important writers of the 20th century.

About the Translator

Joan Pinkham is a professor of French at the University of California, Berkeley. She is the author of several books on French literature, including Aimé Césaire: A Study of His Poetry.