Developments in the Theory and Practice of Citizenship (Hardcover, Unabridged edition)

The institution of citizenship has traditionally been understood as equal membership of a political community. Developments in the Theory and Practice of Citizenship comes at a time when this is undergoing a period of intense scrutiny. Academics have questioned the extent to which we can refer to unified, homogeneous national citizenries in a world characterised by globalisation, international migration, socio-cultural pluralism and regional devolution, whilst on the other hand in political practice we find the declared Death of Multiculturalism, policy-makers urging for active, responsible citizens, and members of social movements calling for a more equitative, equal and participatory democracy. Citizenship is being reassessed and redefined both from above and from below in politics and society.The contributions to this volume engage in analysis of the processes which are bringing about an evolution of our understanding of citizenship and the individual's relationship to the state, the polity and globalisation. Through empirical case studies, they highlight how in practice the terms of membership of a citizenry are negotiated in society through laws, political discourse, cultural associations, participatory processes, rituals and ceremonies. In doing so, these contributions offer an illustration of the diversity of venues and processes of citizenship and illustrate the benefits of an understanding of citizenship as a social practice. The book thus provides an opportunity to pose theoretical, practical and moral questions relating to these issues, as well as offering avenues for further research in the future.

General

Imprint:	Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	April 2012
First published:	May 2012
Editors:	Simon McMahon
Dimensions:	212 x 148 x 18mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - With dust jacket
Pages:	150
Edition:	Unabridged edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-4438-3745-3
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political control & freedoms > Human rights > Civil rights & citizenship
LSN:	1-4438-3745-8
Barcode:	9781443837453

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