AP Lit Name:

Murphy Date:

Video Notes: Edward Said on Orientalism

1. Why did Said begin investigating what he would come to call Orientalism?

2. How does Orientalism contradict history?

3. How is Orientalism the ideal other for the West?

4. What was Napoleons impact upon this idea?

5. How are the experiences (British, French and US) of Orientalism different?

6. How does Orientalism continue to manifest itself in the present?

7. How is it reflected in the news?

8. In Hollywood?

9. What connection does Said establish between the need for Orientalism and the American military?

10. Explain Saids comment that it is virtually impossible to use discourse, and think past Orientalism.

11. How does the Western view of Arab countries and peoples fulfill this perspective?

12. Explain Saids use of the Oklahoma City bombing coverage as proof of Orientalism.

13. Why does Said appreciate the ideals of Antonio Gransei, and what is Saids great goal?

14. What is the ideal of comparative literature, and how does it connect to Saids explanation?