Multiculturalism and the Nation in Germany: A Study in Moral Conflict

Multiculturalism and the Nation in Germany: A Study in Moral Conflict explores the debates surrounding multiculturalism, immigration, and national identity in Germany in the wake of the 2015 Refugee Crisis, arguing that contemporary disputes are centered around four moral ideals. It utilizes Émile Durkheim's thought to identify the role of the sacred in political conflict and applies a theoretical reworking of Durkheim's sociology to the study of power and politics.

Format: Hardback
Length: 204 pages
Publication date: 07 October 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Multiculturalism and the Nation in Germany: A Study in Moral Conflict delves into the intricate debates surrounding multiculturalism, immigration, and national identity in Germany in the aftermath of the 2015 Refugee Crisis. By arguing that these contemporary disputes revolve around four moral ideals or ideal visions of the German community, the book draws upon the insights of Émile Durkheim to explore the role of the sacred in political conflict. It contends that at the core of each moral ideal lies a sacred object that serves as the basis for specific policies and behaviors, leading to conflicts that encompass free speech, German Memory Culture, inner-party rivalries, and political violence, ultimately shaping the very essence of what it means to be German. This groundbreaking work includes a theoretical reworking of Durkheim's sociology, which is applied to the study of power and politics as well as to debates in political philosophy. Appealing to scholars across various disciplines, including political sociology, comparative politics, social and political theory, and issues related to citizenship, national identity, and belonging, this volume offers a comprehensive exploration of the complex dynamics shaping German society.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032217703