The Psychology of Oppression and Self-Hate: Essays on the Ideas of Frantz Fanon

by Restoring the African Mind Research Collection

The Psychology of Oppression and Essays on the Ideas of Frantz Fanon is a collection to two previously published essays on the psychology of self-hatred among African people. The first is "African Self-Oppression" from Essays Towards Restoring the African Mind and the second essay is "Independence or Psychological Colonization in the French Caribbean". Both of these essays build on the ideas presented in Frantz Fanon's work, Black Skin, White Masks .

62 pages, Paperback

Published October 3, 2022

Reviews

[Mr Shahabi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I can see why Fanon was a close friend with Ali Shariati, the study of systematic change that colonizers and white man produce over other ethnic races can be seen up close and personal in Fanon’s essays and writing, plus I think his writings are too sincere for our age.

[Dwayne Anthony · Rating 3 out of 5]

It took me a while to open this. And 20 minutes to read it.
That said, the book delves into the psychological impacts of oppression and colonialism through the insights of Frantz Fanon. Highlighting how oppression's psychological scars appear as internalized racism, self-doubt, and mental health struggles. Providing insights to discussions about racial justice and understanding systemic racism's ongoing effects.

However, the book could benefit from being more accessible, perhaps with real-world examples. Additionally, much of it feels underdeveloped, leaving you seeking more in-depth analysis.