Sardar, Ziauddin,

Orientalism / Ziauddin Sardar. - viii, 136 pages ; 22 cm. - Concepts in the social sciences . - Concepts in the social sciences. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Preface -- The Concept of Orientalism -- A Short History -- Theory and Criticism -- The Contemporary Practice -- The Postmodern Future -- Notes -- Select Bibliography -- Index. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

"Orientalism, the theory and practice of representing 'the Orient', is a controversial and a problematic concept. This book provides a concise text on the evolution and development of the theory of Orientalism, the practice of Orientalism in history, and its persistence and reformulation in contemporary times. It places Edward Said's contribution in an appropriate historical context, examines the work of his critics, and explores the postmodern future of Orientalism."--Jacket.

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Imperialism
East and West
Orientalism


Asia--Foreign public opinion, Western
Middle East--Foreign public opinion, Western
Asia--Study and teaching
Middle East--Study and teaching

DS12 / .S28 1999

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