Edward W. Said (1935-2003) ranks as one of the most preeminent public
intellectuals of our time. Through his literary criticism, his advocacy for the
Palestinian cause, and his groundbreaking book "Orientalism, " Said elegantly
enriched public discourse by unsettling the status quo. This indispensable
volume, the most comprehensive and wide-ranging resource on Edward Said's life
and work, spans his broad legacy both within and beyond the academy. The book
brings together contributions from thirty-one luminaries--leading scholars,
critics, writers, and activists--to engage Said's provocative ideas. Their
essays and interviews explore the key themes of emancipation and representation
through the prisms of postcolonial theory, literature, music, philosophy, and
cultural studies.
Contributors: