Anxieties of Empire and the Fiction of Intrigue

Discover the intricate interplay of imperialism and literature in Anxieties of Empire and the Fiction of Intrigue by Yumna Siddiqi, published by Columbia University Press in 2007. This compelling book spans 304 pages and delves into the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries, focusing on stories of detection, policing, and espionage crafted by both British and South Asian authors.

Siddiqi expertly examines the cultural anxieties that arise from imperialism, revealing how these tensions are intricately woven into the narratives of the time. Through a critical lens, the author elucidates how British writers articulate their fears and desires to sustain imperial dominance within their works. This book is essential for anyone interested in 19th and 20th-century literature, as well as the historical context of anxiety in literature.

Join Yumna Siddiqi on a thought-provoking journey that uncovers the hidden layers of intrigue and anxiety that define this pivotal era in literary history.