Contesting Grand Narratives of the Intercultural

The book employs an auto-ethnographic perspective to explore the author's experiences in 1970s Iran, highlighting the tension between personal narratives and overarching essentialist views. It critiques how grand narratives can overshadow the complexities of intercultural interactions, emphasizing the need for a more nuanced understanding of cultural exchanges. Through this lens, the author advocates for recognizing individual stories as vital components in the discourse surrounding intercultural relations.