Intersecting Worlds: Colonial Liminality from the US South to Iceland with Dr. Sciuto (#28, English and Icelandic) episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 10, 2025 · 20 MIN

Intersecting Worlds: Colonial Liminality from the US South to Iceland with Dr. Sciuto (#28, English and Icelandic)

from Viðtöl: Ferðalag nemanda í samtali · host Iceland Association of Chicago

In this episode, we dive into Dr. Jenna Sciuto's latest book, "Intersecting Worlds: Colonial Liminality in US Southern and Icelandic Literatures." Dr. Sciuto, a professor at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts and an Icelandic language student, explores the lingering impacts of colonial histories in Iceland and the US South through the lens of literature. She discusses the works of renowned authors and explores themes of race, colonialism, and cultural ambiguity. Learn about the unique intersections between these regions and the broader implications for postcolonial studies. Plus, hear about Dr. Sciuto's upcoming projects and where to find her book. This interview is presented in both English and Icelandic. An Icelandic language interview follows. https://www.upress.state.ms.us/Books/I/Intersecting-Worlds (So 30% off, with the code INTERSECTING30)

In this episode, we dive into Dr. Jenna Sciuto's latest book, "Intersecting Worlds: Colonial Liminality in US Southern and Icelandic Literatures." Dr. Sciuto, a professor at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts and an Icelandic language student, explores the lingering impacts of colonial histories in Iceland and the US South through the lens of literature. She discusses the works of renowned authors and explores themes of race, colonialism, and cultural ambiguity. Learn about the unique intersections between these regions and the broader implications for postcolonial studies. Plus, hear about Dr. Sciuto's upcoming projects and where to find her book. This interview is presented in both English and Icelandic. An Icelandic language interview follows. https://www.upress.state.ms.us/Books/I/Intersecting-Worlds (So 30% off, with the code INTERSECTING30)

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