NEMLA 2025------PHILADELPHIA, PA------MARCH 6-9, 2025

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

In recent years, the landscape of Italian postcolonial literature has been profoundly shaped by prominent authors whose works illuminate a reality that diverges from traditional representations of Italian identity. These narratives offer a groundbreaking re-examination of Italy's colonial past from the perspective of the oppressed, highlighting the enduring socio-economic and cultural repercussions on former colonies and their inhabitants.

This panel aims to delve into contemporary Italian postcolonial literature, exploring not only its literary dimensions but also its sociological implications. By focusing on the evolving concept of Italianità (Italian identity), the discussion will uncover how these works challenge and redefine what it means to be Italian in the modern world. Through this exploration, we seek to understand how postcolonial narratives contribute to a broader, more inclusive understanding of Italy's history and its present-day identity.

Papers focusing on but not limited to: literature, cinema, media & cultural studies, gender & women's studies, African studies, etc. will be considered. Please submit an abstract of 300 words max through the NeMLA portal. For any questions, contact Martina Giuliano (mgiuliano2@wisc.edu) or Irene Hatzopoulos (ireneh@ucr.edu)