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Andrei Oișteanu. Preliminarii la un portret
Andrei Oisteanu. Preliminaries to a portrait

Author(s): Iulian Boldea
Subject(s): History of ideas, Romanian Literature, Cultural Anthropology / Ethnology
Published by: Vatra Literară
Keywords: Andrei Oișteanu; cultural anthropology; ethnic imagology; history of religions; Romanian culture; interdisciplinary studies; myths and traditions; intellectual contributions;

Summary/Abstract: This essay presents a comprehensive overview of the intellectual contributions of Andrei Oișteanu, a prominent Romanian scholar specializing in cultural anthropology, ethnic imagology, and the history of religions. Boldea highlights Oișteanu's curiosity and scholarly rigor, examining his major works, including studies on the image of Jews in Romanian culture, the use of narcotics in Romanian history, and the exploration of Romanian myths and traditions. The article underscores Oișteanu's interdisciplinary approach, combining mythology, history, literature, and cultural studies to provide deep insights into Romanian and European cultural identity.

  • Issue Year: 2024
  • Issue No: 1-2
  • Page Range: 92-94
  • Page Count: 3
  • Language: Romanian
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