Routledge - Beyond East and West: A Story of Civilization

Beyond East and West: A Story of Civilization through the Great Epics offers a deep cross-cultural study of how human civilization evolves. By looking at literature and culture, this volume treats the achievements of humankind as a single, shared imaginative experience. It explores how traditions of poetry and literature have shaped societies and the inter-relatedness of different cultures throughout history. The book provides a detailed analysis of stereotypes in Asia and Europe, raising questions about our perceptions of democracy, language, and culture. It examines the influence of dominant languages alongside those that have been cast aside by history. This work is an essential resource for those interested in literary theory, history, and the way storytelling defines the human experience across different regions of the world.