The Psychic Lives of Statues

In The Psychic Lives of Statues, Rahul Rao delves into the global controversies surrounding statues as symbols of imperial and postcolonial legacies. Through an international lens, he uncovers the underlying issues of race, caste, and decolonization, examining how these debates have reshaped anticolonial political thought. The audiobook highlights the significance of both the removal of colonial statues and the establishment of postcolonial monuments, showcasing how these forms of memorialization continue to influence our understanding of identity and history. Engaging with diverse voices from the realms of art, scholarship, and activism, Rao offers a compelling perspective on the enduring power of iconography.