Imperialism refers to the action of a nation to extend its power and dominion by direct acquisition of occupied (inhabited) territory, or by gaining economic or political control of other areas through the use of power. Imperialism may also involve the exploitation of such territories in a way similar to...
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Edward Said analyzes the Orient and its underlying philosophy in his book Orientalism. In an effort to comprehend their origins and the factors that led to their dominance, the author analyzes the political, cultural, and historical perspectives of the East as perceived by the West. According to Said (1979), prevailing...
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Some people claim that globalization and cultural hegemony are not the same things. The belief is founded on Marxist theories of globalization. Karl Marx believed that globalization was the philosophy of victorious capitalism. According to Marx, globalization and neoliberalism are inextricably linked, as opposed to cultural hegemony, since the two...
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Cultural Hegemony and Cultural Imperialism Cultural hegemony is a widespread ideology that has swept through a variety of countries around the world (Mirrlees 16). Countries with influential and affluent cultures are seen as a model for copying and imposing their cultures on less economically rich cultures around the globe. In most...
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Introduction For years, Hollywood has shifted the perfect male body model from Errol Flynn to Arnold Schwarzenegger. According to McClelland's essay titled "The Lure of the Body Image," the North American media has changed their opinions on male beauty, which has resulted in the widespread "beefcake-like" looks. The author identifies the...
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