Postcolonial studies explore the cultural, political, and historical legacies of colonialism. It examines power dynamics between colonizers and colonized, focusing on identity, resistance, and hybridity. Influential thinkers like Edward Said, Gayatri Spivak, and Homi Bhabha have shaped this interdisciplinary field. Postcolonial literature, including works by Chinua Achebe, Salman Rushdie, and J.M. Coetzee, critiques imperial narratives while reclaiming marginalized voices. Key themes include cultural displacement, the decolonization process, and the impact of globalization. Postcolonial studies remain a vital lens for understanding historical injustices and their ongoing influence on contemporary societies.