What was Todorov's key idea about the 'Other'?
My central concern revolved around the concept of the 'Other' – how we perceive and engage with those who are different from ourselves. I analyzed the historical and ideological ways in which societies construct their 'Other,' often leading to either inclusion or exclusion, recognition or subjugation. This examination is crucial for understanding not only intercultural relations but also the very formation of identity, highlighting the ethical implications of our encounters with difference, as explored in 'The Conquest of America'.
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