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Setting the Scene Setting the Scene
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The Influence of Politics on Literature The Influence of Politics on Literature
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Literature and the People Literature and the People
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The Influence of Literature on Politics The Influence of Literature on Politics
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The Survey The Survey
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Conclusions Conclusions
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Notes Notes
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12 Does Literature Matter? The Relationship between Literature and Politics in Revolutionary Egypt
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Published:May 2015
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Abstract
This chapter explores the complex relationship between literature and politics in revolutionary Egypt. The 2011 revolution (and its ongoing aftermath) has sparked a wave of literary activity that is generally subject to two assumptions: first, it gave expression to the pulse of the Egyptian nation; second, it formed an integral part of the uprising, and possibly even played a role in inspiring and fuelling it. The chapter analyses both of these assumptions by discussing the ways in which politics can influence literature and vice versa. It also considers how the consumption of literature (particularly poetry) in contemporary Egypt affects political participation and democratic views. Drawing on the results of a survey conducted from December 2011 to January 2012, it shows that poetry consumers, whilst sharing with the general population their strong support for democracy, were more likely to support a strong leader taking non-democratic measures if necessary.
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