The Representation of Muhammad Ali in Modern East Asia and Aigeup geunse-sa(Modern History of Egypt) : Focusing on Translation and the Reconstruction of Orientalist Discourse

Key Points

• This research examines the representation of Muhammad Ali in modern East Asia, focusing on the processes of translation and reconstruction of knowledge.
• Trace the distribution of texts through Japan, China, and Korea.
• Analyze the recontextualization of historical knowledge based on local cultural and intellectual contexts.
• Investigate the impact of Orientalist discourse and nationalism on the interpretation of Muhammad Ali's image.
• Muhammad Ali's representation evolved from a national hero to a frustrated figure over time.
• Translation efforts intensified the nationalist character of the narratives surrounding Ali.
• Cultural context shaped how each region reinterpreted Ali's historical significance.