Review of Printing Arab Modernity by Radha Dalal (original) (raw)
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Hala Auji's "Printing Arab Modernity" explores the role of the American Press in the cultural awakening of Arab regions during the late nineteenth century, focusing on its contributions to the Nahda (Arab Renaissance). The book delves into various aspects of the Press's operations, including its aesthetic choices, the interplay between traditional and modern printing practices, and its significance in disseminating political thought long before the rise of the Nahda in the 1870s. Auji's interdisciplinary approach offers a nuanced understanding of the American Press's impact on the intellectual landscape of Beirut.
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