The Rise and Fall of Citizenship

The book "The Rise and Fall of Citizenship" explores the concept of citizenship from various sociological and political perspectives,including the rise of social citizenship in the UK and the US,the impact of neoliberal economic policies,demographic changes,and immigration. It also examines the ongoing relevance of the ancient law of hospitality in the context of migration.

Format: Hardback
Length: 228 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Rise and Fall of Citizenship is a comprehensive collection of essays by J. Turner that explores the concept of citizenship from various perspectives. The book brings together many of Turner's publications on the topic, including three new chapters that reflect upon contemporary conceptions of citizenship.

The collection begins with a newly written overview of the rise of social citizenship, particularly in the UK and the US from 1945 to the 1980s. This overview charts the experiences of the "Baby Boomers," who benefited from the creation of welfare states, post-war reconstruction, and the commitment to full employment. The core chapters of the book are based on previously published articles, primarily from the Taylor & Francis journal Citizenship Studies. These chapters examine and critique various sociological and political theories of citizenship and social rights as expounded by scholars such as R.H. Tawney, J.M. Keynes, T.H. Marshall, Ralf Dahrendorf, Judith Shklar, Peter Townsend, Bernard Crick, and Jürgen Habermas.

Later chapters of the book bring the concept of citizenship up to date, particularly in light of the significant changes that have occurred since the 1980s. Since the 1980s, the UK and the US have been radically altered by neoliberal economic policies that involve the deindustrialization of capitalism and an emphasis on financial institutions. These policies have given rise to new patterns of inequality and changing labor markets. Turner argues that these changes have led to the emergence of new forms of employment instability and uncertainty, which are captured by the idea of "the precariat." Citizens now experience their social world as if they were denizens, according to Turner.

Turner also considers the impact of demographic changes and increased immigration on conceptions of citizenship. Migration and membership are examined with reference to issues of dual citizenship, permanent residence, and "citizenship for cash." The final chapter of the book considers the ongoing reimagining of citizenship in the face of global challenges such as climate change, terrorism, and the rise of populist parties.

Overall, The Rise and Fall of Citizenship is a valuable contribution to the study of citizenship and social rights. Turner's insights into the historical and contemporary dynamics of citizenship are insightful and thought-provoking, and his analysis of the challenges and opportunities facing citizens in the 21st century is timely and relevant. The book will be of interest to scholars and students of politics, sociology, social policy, and human rights.

Weight: 600g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367902872