Subaltern Studies Reader

The Subaltern Studies Reader is a collection of essays and writings that explore the perspectives of marginalized groups in history, particularly in colonized countries like India. It aims to challenge traditional narratives dominated by rulers and elites by giving voice to those who have been oppressed or overlooked. The reader emphasizes understanding history from the point of view of common people, workers, peasants, and others outside mainstream power structures. Overall, it seeks to broaden historical understanding by highlighting the experiences and agency of subaltern communities often ignored in conventional histories.