... orientalist stereotypes and ideas about the Arab world. The main character Aladdin is a poor street urchin who aims to win the heart of the sultan's daughter with the help of his friend, the genie. Certainly there exists a class system and there is a clear distinction between upper class and commoner. As ... adorned with veils and glitzy jewelry and inadvertently they appear to be objects of male affection. Princess Jasmine's father the sultan, is portrayed as a domineering and wealthy Arab man who takes control of his daughter's life. Dressed in royal garb, we are caught up in the majes...

• Word Count: 1953
• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: Undergraduate