Category: Analysis

Representing “the Orient” : The Problematic Side of The Arabian Nights

The Arabian Nights is a short story collection that originated in the Middle East but soon became popular worldwide for its stories. Not only has it spread in its original form, but many adaptations of it have been made, including movies and television shows. Over the years, many people have debated on the different aspects […]

Analysis of Ernst

Ernst’s overarching argument, according to me, is that “The West is hypocritically ignorant to the cultural diversity around them even though aspects of their very life have stemmed from said cultures.” Ernst claims that there really is no concept of “The West” anymore considering there are so many Asian-Americans and Asian-Europeans. He also says that […]