"Culture and Imperialism" Quotes

Imperialism is not simply a matter of territorial acquisition; it is a matter of imposing one’s own power and culture on the people one subjugates.

The connection between imperialism and culture is clearer when one considers the relationship between a metropolitan society and a colony.

The idea of culture as a kind of collective consciousness or a set of collective representations is a central point in the imperialist process.

One of the prime reasons for culture asserting itself is the attempt to legitimize colonialism and imperialism.

The idea of the ‘other’ is crucial in defining and maintaining cultural identity, particularly in the context of imperialism.

Imperialism involves the subjugation of cultures and peoples, often resulting in the erasure of their histories and traditions.

The literature of imperialism often reflects the tensions and contradictions inherent in the imperialist project.

The act of writing itself becomes an expression of imperialist power, as it serves to construct and perpetuate dominant narratives.

The cultural production of the metropolis is deeply entwined with the imperialist project, serving to reinforce and legitimize colonial domination.

The discourse of imperialism often veils the violence and exploitation inherent in the exercise of imperial power.