Said: A Translation of the Best Chinese Works

Author: (English) Kennedy, translated by Li Zixiu
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: Edward Said pioneered the discourse analysis of Orientalism and is one of the most important thinkers today. As a literary and cultural critic, political commentator, and fighter dedicated to the cause of Palestinian people's rights, his works hold a unique position in Western academia. This book presents a significant exploration and evaluation of his writings in all these major fields, primarily focusing on Orientalism and Culture and Imperialism. The author focuses on Said's commitment to the connections between literature, politics, and culture, and outlines and assesses the key dilemmas in his works, highlighting the relationships and contradictions between each field. For anyone studying postcolonialism, literary theory, politics, the Middle East, or interested in Said's writings, this book is of great importance.