Ulla Rahbek Bücher

An innovative approach to the refugee crisis through a focus on language use, discourse and representation

Focusing on contemporary British multicultural literature, this book examines socio-political and philosophical concepts surrounding multiculturalism and superdiversity. Ulla Rahbek analyzes a variety of texts, emphasizing the figurative language in poetry and the themes of recognition and identity in memoirs. She explores how modern novels envision an inclusive society while highlighting the negative impacts of exclusion on characters' lives. Additionally, the work discusses the role of short stories in fostering intercultural dialogue and the broader societal benefits of multicultural literature.