In the context of postcolonial studies, what term . . .

[Sriansh-raj]

In the context of postcolonial studies, what term, coined by Edward Said, refers to the practice of portraying colonized cultures as exotic and primitive, often serving to justify and perpetuate imperial domination?

[mitchiemt11]

The term is Orientalism.

[mitchiemt11]

Edward Said introduced this concept in his influential book titled "Orientalism," published in 1978. Said's work critically examines how Western scholars, artists, and writers have historically constructed and represented the East (or the "Orient") in ways that reinforced Western dominance and superiority while marginalizing and essentializing the cultures of the East

[mitchiemt11]

@Sriansh-raj I enjoyed the book. In fact, I really enjoyed the last 3 Galaxy Qs 😄

[Sriansh-raj]

Edward Said introduced this concept in his influential book titled "Orientalism," published in 1978. Said's work critically examines how Western scholars, artists, and writers have historically constructed and represented the East (or the "Orient") in ways that reinforced Western dominance and superiority while marginalizing and essentializing the cultures of the East

Yeah you got deep into the concept 😃

[Sriansh-raj]

@Sriansh-raj I enjoyed the book. In fact, I really ennjoyed the last 3 Galaxy Qs 😄

Hehe 🐱 glad to hear that. Keep it up 👍🏻