| Sumario: | The author focuses on what he terms "Russian Orientalism," which refers to a shift in the tastes, desires, and consumption habits of Russians in favor of all things Asian. The author argues that Russian Orientalism is accompanied by traditional Russian values and stereotypes of Asians that have persisted in Russia for years. To prove his point, the author analyses several posters from the 1950 Sino-Soviet "Treaty of Friendship, Alliance, and Mutual Assistance" era which demonstrate the attitudes of Russians toward Asians. The author also examines Russian interest in and attitudes toward Asians through discussions of several of Russian author Viktor Pelevin's works, advertisements for Asian restaurants in Russia, and the Russian film "Night Watch." A discussion of the Other is included.
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