European colonial literature

European colonial literature comprises writings produced during or about European countries' overseas expansion from the 15th to the 20th centuries. It reflects perspectives on colonization, often portraying it as adventurous or civilizing, but can also reveal underlying themes of dominance, cultural superiority, and resistance. These texts help us understand how Europeans justified their imperial pursuits and how colonized peoples viewed these encounters. Today, such literature is analyzed to explore the complexities of colonial history, power dynamics, and the lasting impacts on societies and cultures involved.