ORIENTALISM
WESTERN CONCEPTIONS OF THE ORIENT
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The seminal work that has redefined our understanding of colonialism and empire, with a preface by the author'Stimulating, elegant and pugnacious' Observer'Magisterial' Terry EagletonIn this highly-acclaimed work, Edward Said surveys the history and nature of Western attitudes towards the East, considering orientalism as a powerful European ideological creation - a way for writers, philosophers and colonial administrators to deal with the 'otherness' of eastern culture, customs and beliefs.Status: Available for online purchase in 10-15 days
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DetailsPENGUIN BOOKS (UK)
2003
432 Pages
Format: Otros
ISBN: 9780141187426
Language: INGLÉSCategory: Arab world studies