Citizen and Subject (book)

"Citizen and Subject" by David Scott explores the colonial history of Ghana, examining how British colonial rule shaped social identities and power dynamics. The book analyzes the distinctions between "citizens," who were granted certain rights and privileges, and "subjects," who often faced control and marginalization. Scott investigates how colonial policies transformed relationships between rulers and the ruled, affecting notions of identity, authority, and resistance. Through historical and cultural analysis, the book provides insight into how colonial legacies influence contemporary Ghanaian society, emphasizing the enduring impacts of colonial classification systems on national development and individual identities.