Edward W. Said

Edward W. Said was a prominent literary critic, cultural theorist, and advocate for Palestinian rights. He is best known for his book 'Orientalism,' which critiqued Western perceptions of the Eastern world and has had a profound impact on postcolonial studies.

Books

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  1. 1. Orientalism

    Western Conceptions of the Orient
    Cover of 'Orientalism' by Edward W. Said

    This book is a critical examination of Western attitudes towards the East, particularly the Middle East, and how these attitudes have shaped and continue to shape Western policies and perceptions. The author argues that the West has a long history of viewing the East as the "other," exotic and inferior, and that this view has been institutionalized through academic disciplines, literature, and media. This "Orientalism," as the author calls it, has served to justify colonialism and imperialism, and continues to influence Western attitudes and policies towards the East today.

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