Henning Trüper

Henning Trüper, author of "Orientalism, Philology, and the Illegibility of the Modern World," delves into the evolution of philology and its ties to Orientalism. He critiques the stagnation of scholarly practices while examining the complex interplay between language study and imperialism. The discussion highlights the moral language behind 19th-century humanitarianism, the colonial legacies found in scholarship, and the intricate power dynamics surrounding philological practices. Trüper’s insights reveal how these historical debates resonate in contemporary understanding.