Populism, Fundamentalism, and Identity - Fighting Talk (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020)

What can populism and fundamentalism possibly have in common? Peter Herriot argues that contrary to their apparent differences, these human phenomena are similar in two basic respects. First, they are both reactions against the complexities of the modern world in general, and its current crisis in particular. They propose instead a return to a mythical golden age, supposedly marked by purity and simplicity. Second, they both work in the same way psychologically. Using social identity theory, Herriot shows how both populism and fundamentalism create constant conflict by contrasting a virtuous 'Us' with a stereotypically evil 'Them'. Contemporary case studies illustrate this process at work, and Herriot raises various issues as a basis for discussion, and concludes with hope.

General

Imprint:	Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Country of origin:	Switzerland
Release date:	April 2020
First published:	2020
Authors:	Peter Herriot
Dimensions:	210 x 148 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	157
Edition:	1st ed. 2020
ISBN-13:	978-3-03-042508-1
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > General Books > Social sciences > Psychology > General Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > General Books > Religion & Spirituality > General
LSN:	3-03-042508-8
Barcode:	9783030425081

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