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Arab rediscovery of Europe

Arab rediscovery of Europe

HistoryPolitics & Society
Pages
188
Published
1963
Language
English

Synopsis

In 1798, Napoleon's invasion of Egypt thrust the Arab provinces of the Ottoman Empire into contact with a rapidly advancing Europe. This book explores how Arab intellectuals, initially unprepared for Europe's progress, developed a sophisticated understanding of Western nations by 1870. It traces the role of educational missions, translations, and travelers' accounts in shaping an Arab image of the West that continues to influence contemporary political relations.

Prose complexity
7/10

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InformativeIntellectualReflective

Genres

History Politics & Society

Authors

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Ibrahim A. Abu-Lughod

Ibrahim A. Abu-Lughod was a scholar known for his work on cultural interactions. His book, Arab Rediscovery of Europe, examines how the Arab world engaged with European thought and society. He provided valuable insights into this historical exchange.

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Rashid Khalidi

Palestinian-American historian of the Middle East and the Edward Said Professor of Modern Arab Studies at Columbia University.