Algiers: ‘Rock the Casbah' and Post-Colonial Legacies

Algiers, known as the 'White City,' reflects the enduring impact of colonialism and post-colonial struggles on its urban landscape. The city's distinct European and indigenous quarters, along with an interstitial buffer zone, highlight the dual identity shaped by 132 years of French occupation. This legacy has hindered Algiers' modernization, creating a sense of alienation and limiting its potential as a globalizing nation. The study examines 'Arab Modernism' through Algiers' urban form and architecture, revealing how colonial history continues to influence its development in the 21st century.

Elsheshtawy, Y. (2025). Algiers: ‘Rock the Casbah’ and Post-Colonial Legacies. Arab Modernism(s), 93–143. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003584049-4