Negotiation, Collaboration and Conflict in Ancient and Medieval Communities

This book explores the complexities of social and cultural interaction within and between diverse ethnic communities during Antiquity and the Middle Ages, highlighting the importance of tolerance, coexistence, and power struggles. It examines the function of multicultural and multilingual interaction in shaping social dynamics, negotiations of collective or individual identity, definitions of ethnicity, and legal rules.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 308 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive volume delves into the intricate dynamics of social and cultural interaction within and between diverse ethnic communities during Antiquity and the Middle Ages. It explores the multifaceted aspects of tolerance, coexistence, power struggles, prejudices, suspicion, conflict, and violence that shaped these societies. Recognizing the central role of these factors in shaping social dynamics, negotiations of collective or individual identity, definitions of ethnicity, and the development of legal rules, the book seeks to understand the function of multicultural and multilingual interaction. Did it contribute to the creation and escalation of conflicts, or did it serve as a prerequisite for survival and prosperity?

The focus of this book extends to society and the history of everyday life, examining gender, status, and ethnicity in conjunction with the various forms of interaction and negotiation. It sheds light on the complex interplay between different cultures, languages, and belief systems, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that arose from these interactions. Through a multidisciplinary approach, the volume offers a rich tapestry of insights into the complexities of human society during this historical period.

In conclusion, this volume provides a valuable contribution to our understanding of the dynamics of social and cultural interaction in multicultural, multiethnic, and multilingual contexts during Antiquity and the Middle Ages. By examining the interplay between tolerance, coexistence, power, prejudice, suspicion, conflict, and violence, it offers insights into the complex processes that shaped these societies and the individuals who inhabited them. Through its exploration of gender, status, and ethnicity, the book also sheds light on the broader social and historical context in which these interactions occurred, contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of our past.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032234465