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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Mullen discusses both famous figures and the unjustly neglected. In doing so he offers rare insight into anti-Orientalism. Highly recommended."—Choice
"Afro-Orientalism offers a penetrating look at the history and mutuality of struggle against Western imperialism by peoples of African and Asian descent. A complex and invigorating study."—American Literature
"Mullen provides a solid foundation for ethnic scholars to re-imagine research on monocultures by embracing hybrid theorizing and polyculturalism."—MultiCultural Review
"Afro-Orientalism comes at an important moment. Beyond academic debates, recent developments in China’s diplomatic and trade relations with Africa suggest that Afro-Orientalism will be a topic of discussion for some time to come. Mullen’s book reminds us of just how long Black Americans have been interested in this topic."—Reclaiming Black History
