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A Map Of The World With Europe In The Center Eurocentrism Samir Amin

Eurocentrism

by Samir Amin

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Eurocentrism is a worldview that places Europe at the center of world history and culture. It is a system of thought that has been used to justify colonialism, imperialism, and racism. In this book, Samir Amin argues that Eurocentrism is a product of capitalism and that it has had a devastating impact on the rest of the world.

Amin begins by tracing the history of Eurocentrism back to the Renaissance. He argues that the rise of capitalism in Europe led to a new way of thinking about the world. Europeans began to see themselves as superior to other peoples, and they used this belief to justify their conquest and exploitation of the rest of the world.

Amin then examines the impact of Eurocentrism on the rest of the world. He argues that Eurocentrism has led to the underdevelopment of Africa, Asia, and Latin America. It has also led to the rise of racism and xenophobia.

Amin concludes by calling for a new world Free Download that is based on equality and justice. He argues that Eurocentrism must be overcome in Free Download to create a more just and equitable world.

Reviews

"Eurocentrism is a powerful and timely book. Amin's analysis of the history and impact of Eurocentrism is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the world we live in today." - Noam Chomsky

"Amin's book is a major contribution to the study of Eurocentrism. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the roots of racism and imperialism." - Immanuel Wallerstein

About the Author

Samir Amin was an Egyptian economist and political scientist. He was one of the leading proponents of dependency theory, which argues that the underdevelopment of the Third World is a result of its dependence on the capitalist world economy. Amin was also a vocal critic of Eurocentrism.