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Adnan Husain on Reorienting History

New Books in Critical Theory

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Reevaluating Historical Narratives

This chapter critiques the traditional categorization of history into ancient, medieval, and modern periods, arguing that such frameworks perpetuate Eurocentrism. It advocates for a decolonial approach to history that embraces diverse temporal perspectives and emphasizes the relevance of historical analysis in understanding contemporary identities.

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