WHERE ARE YOU, GUINEA? ATTEMPTS TO SHAPE NATIONAL IDENTITY IN THE WORKS OF WRITERS FROM EQUATORIAL GUINEA

In the fascinating world of literature from Equatorial Guinea, there are stories of identity, searches, and the difficult fate of the nation. The book by Dr. Renata Díaz-Szmidt is a pioneering study that takes us deep into the culture and history of this African country. It is not only a literary analysis but also a reflection on the human condition in the face of colonialism and authoritarianism.

• The first critical dissertation on Guinean literature in Poland
• A meticulous study unique in comparison to studies on African identity issues
• An impressive source base of nearly 700 positions!
• A high level of expertise thanks to interdisciplinary tools
• Inspiration in the national building process
• Reflection on the fate of Guineans
• A story about the drama of emigration and alienation

Dr. Renata Díaz-Szmidt has created an extraordinary work that combines the scholarship of the researcher with the sensitivity of the translator. Her excellent knowledge of sociological, anthropological, and political theories allows for a deep analysis of the writings of Equatorial Guinea. The beautiful translations testify to her translation talent, so that the Polish reader can fully appreciate the richness and beauty of Guinean literature.

This book is not only a source of knowledge for literary theorists but also an important transmitter of cultural content and an inspiration in the national building process. The author proves that the work of Guinean writers is of great importance for understanding the identity of this nation, which has been struggling with the difficult history of colonialism and authoritarianism for years. It is also a story about the drama of those who had to leave their country, about the feeling of alienation and lack of acceptance. The monograph therefore appears at a special moment in the ongoing discussions and disputes about the phenomenon of fleeing and emigration.

The monograph by Dr. Renata Díaz-Szmidt is essential reading for anyone interested in African literature, issues of national identity, and the history of Equatorial Guinea. It is also an important voice in the debate on emigration and fleeing, which encourages reflection and reflection on the fate of those who had to leave their homes in search of a better life.

This book, based on an impressive source base, presents a very high level of expertise, thanks in part to the use of interdisciplinary tools and the scholarship of the author. I highly recommend it!