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Volume 9, Numéro 3, Pages 183-195
2024-06-14
Navigating The Sands Of Identity: Paul Bowles's "the Sheltering Sky" And The Western Encounter With The Orient
Authors : Menouer Badra .
Abstract
Paul Bowles' "The Sheltering Sky" transcends mere travelogue, plunging readers into a disorienting psychological labyrinth where Western identities grapple with the complexities of the Orient. Drawing on Edward Said's critique of Orientalism, Homi Bhabha's concept of cultural hybridity, and Gayatri Spivak's insights into the subaltern voice, this analysis explores how Bowles portrays cultural dislocation, the shifting allure of the Orient, and the evolving identities of his characters in North Africa. By examining the characters' interactions with the enigmatic "other," the narrative unveils the tensions, anxieties, and transformative potential inherent in cross-cultural encounters, ultimately challenging the limitations of Western perspectives.
Keywords
Paul Bowles ; The Sheltering Sky ; Cross-cultural encounters ; Identity Formation ; Orientalism
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