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Edward Said, Professor of English & Comparative Literature at Columbia University, was one of the most prominent literary critics of the late 20th century and a leading spokesperson for the Palestinian cause in the US. In this episode, Said examines Western attitudes to the Arabs and finds their origins in the Crusades, Hollywood and European empire building. He sees the Palestinian fate as the result of years of Western interference. One of the ten episodes of The Arabs: A Living History.
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israel
palestinian-israeli conflict
palestine
jerusalem
apartheid
occupying power
arab
orientalism
imperialism
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Questions about The Shadow of the West
How long is The Shadow of the West?
The Shadow of the West has a runtime of 53m ( and 53 minutes).
Who directed The Shadow of the West?
The Shadow of the West was directed by Geoff Dunlop and released in 1983.
What genre is The Shadow of the West?
The Shadow of the West is a Documentary film (1983).
Who stars in The Shadow of the West?
The cast of The Shadow of the West includes Edward Said.
