Edward Said
Edward Said was a prominent Palestinian-American scholar, literary critic, and activist, best known for his book 'Orientalism,' which critiqued Western perceptions of the East. His work has had a profound impact on postcolonial studies and discussions surrounding identity, representation, and the Palestinian experience.
Born on Sep 01, 1935 (90 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 30,105 | $2,700,000 | 1,197$ |
| Norway | 1 | 7.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 5,421,241 | 7,031 | $403,000 | 523$ |
| Taiwan | 1 | 5.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 23,816,775 | 25,804 | $670,000 | 726$ |
| Totals | 3 | 97,124,027 | 62,940 | $3,773,000 | 2,446$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Taiwan:
Edward Said is mentioned as a Palestinian academic who defined the concept of an intellectual in relation to Lam Wing-kei.
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United Kingdom:
The conservatory is named after Edward Said, the Palestinian-US scholar and activist.
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Norway:
Edward Said is cited in relation to the duo Karpe, emphasizing the diversity of Muslim experiences and interpretations of Islam.
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Iraq:
Edward Said notes that Naguib Mahfouz's works are renowned not only for their longevity but also for their unique perspective on Middle Eastern society.
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Switzerland:
Edward Said is mentioned as a prominent intellectual who criticized observers of the Iranian regime.
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South Africa:
Edward Said famously referred to this dynamic in his work Orientalism.
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Bangladesh:
Edward Said's work on Orientalism is referenced as a critique of Tom Barrack's views.
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Ireland:
Said’s massively influential examination of how the West repeatedly justifies brutalising people of the East is arguably more relevant now than ever.
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Canada:
Edward Said examined the concept of Orientalism and its implications on cultural perceptions.
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Spain:
Edward Said is mentioned as a significant intellectual presence in the Mamdani household.
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