What is an intellectual?

"What is an Intellectual?" by Edward W. Said (1998).

"Intellectuals are exiles and marginal figures, amateurs and users of words who seek to speak truth to power." This is a lecture in which the author discusses his unique theory on intellectuals in detail.

I think there are many people who feel uneasy or uncomfortable when they hear demonstrations or speeches about social issues, even though they are supposed to be legitimate claims. This is a personal and embarrassing story, but I was the same way. However, the answer to why you feel that way is already in this book. This is a book that you should read, especially in this day and age. (Ammel)