New Books in Critical Theory Post-Orientalism Revisited: A Conversation with Salman Sayyid
Jun 27, 2024
Salman Sayyid discusses post-Orientalism and the impact of Edward Said's work, challenging conventional knowledge production. Topics include reconstructing Islamic practices post-colonialism, deconstructing Orientalism's legacy, and reinterpreting historical narratives starting with Plato in relation to Caliphate. The conversation also explores Orientalism's effects on perceptions in and outside the Islamic world, urging for a reflective approach to counter Orientalist narratives.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Post-Orientalism: Critiquing Orientalism's Impact
01:40 • 6min
Reconstruction vs. Restoration of Islamic Practices post-Colonialism
07:40 • 4min
Deconstructing Orientalism: Edward Said's Legacy and Contemporary Discourse
11:32 • 16min
Challenging the Traditional Start Point in Historical Narratives
27:29 • 4min
Exploring Orientalism, Corporate Interests, and Moving Beyond its Effects
31:33 • 4min