Conscripts of Modernity: The Tragedy of Colonial Enlightenment : Book Review
David Scott's "Conscripts of Modernity: The Tragedy of Colonial Enlightenment" is a thought-provoking and meticulously researched book that delves into the intricate connection between modernity, colonialism, and the enlightenment project. Through his analysis, Scott argues that the Enlightenment values of progress, rationality, and freedom not only aligned with colonialism but...