Routledge From Orientalism to Postcolonialism - Asia History Book

Explore the complex relationship between Asia and Europe through a historical and theoretical lens. This volume from the Routledge Contemporary Asia Series examines the impact of the Enlightenment, Orientalism, and the development of identity and difference. It looks at how various modernities were shaped by both local factors and global forces, such as the spread of capitalism. This academic work features eight in-depth studies supported by a substantial theoretical introduction. By utilizing primary and secondary sources in multiple languages, including Turkish, Farsi, Chinese, English, French, and German, the contributors provide a wide range of cultural perspectives from diverse regions. It is a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in the history of Asia and the evolving dynamics of global power and identity.