Mediterranean in Dis/order: Space, Power, and Identity

Mediterranean in Dis/order explores the relationship between space and politics in the Mediterranean region, challenging established beliefs about the state's power structure and its impact on space. It offers original case studies in Tunisia, Libya, Lebanon, Turkey, Syria, Morocco, and the EU Mediterranean policy, through a multidisciplinary perspective. The book provides valuable insights for practitioners interested in how space, context, and time interact to produce institutions, political subjectivities, and power asymmetries, particularly in the context of the Arab uprisings.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 324 pages
Publication date: 07 March 2023
Publisher: The University of Michigan Press

Mediterranean in Dis/order delves into the intricate relationship between space and politics, shedding light on the significant role that space has played in the emergence of insurgencies, conflicts, uprisings, and mobilities throughout the Mediterranean region. By adopting a multidisciplinary approach, the authors challenge prevailing notions about the power dynamics of states across various disciplines, including political science, history, sociology, geography, and anthropology. This exploration not only impacts the understanding of the state's power structure but also influences the conception, production, and imagination of space in the broader Mediterranean. Through a series of critical case studies, the book showcases original and enlightening insights into Tunisia, Libya, Lebanon, Turkey, Syria, Morocco, and the EU Mediterranean policy. These case studies, conducted through a diverse range of actors and practices, encompass topics such as refugee and migration policies, Islamist movements, architectural sites, and movies. By adopting a multidisciplinary perspective, the book offers valuable insights for practitioners and scholars interested in exploring how space, context, and time interact to shape institutions, political subjectivities, and power asymmetries, particularly in the aftermath of the Arab uprisings. Furthermore, the book provides readers with a deeper understanding of the conditions that facilitate the emergence of uprisings, offering a clearer picture of the complex national, regional, and international dynamics at play.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780472055838