Double Consciousness: a Complex Identity Concept
Words: 575 1362Introduction Double consciousness is a term from W.E.B. Du Bois's book, "The Souls of Black Folk," which came out in 1903. It talks about the inner conflict faced by oppressed or colonized groups in a society that doesn't treat them fairly. Du Bois used this idea to explain how it feels to be stuck between two worlds: the world of the dominant culture and the world of one's own marginalized group. This essay will dive into what double consciousness means, […]