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The Tyranny of Identity

The Tyranny of Identity

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The Tyranny of Identity is a comprehensive exploration of the complex factors and disciplines that shape identity, using metaphor, imagery, poetry, and academic sources to provide a holistic approach. It demonstrates how our activities, experiences, and beliefs contribute to the formation of our multiple identities and how these identities intersect with nationhood, politics, education, culture wars, family, religion, gender, and contemporary institutions.

Format: Hardback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 22 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


The Tyranny of Identity is a profound and multifaceted exploration of the intricate web of factors and disciplines that shape our identities. This book takes a novel and innovative approach to this subject matter, employing metaphor, imagery, poetry, and a diverse array of academic sources to provide a comprehensive and holistic understanding of identity.

Through the use of the metaphor of Babushka dolls, this book illustrates that we all possess a series of activities that reside within our minds, bodies, and spirits, each exerting influence on the various identities we knowingly or unknowingly embrace. These diverse elements and forces combine to form the intricate collage of factors that shape our identities. As the chapters progress, the layers of identity gradually unfold, revealing the multifaceted ways in which identity intersects with nationhood, politics, education, the culture wars, family, religion, gender, and contemporary institutions.

The Tyranny of Identity spans a broad spectrum, transcending cultural boundaries and integrating various academic disciplines. This book serves as an indispensable resource for students studying identity and for readers seeking a deeper comprehension of this complex and multifaceted topic. By delving into the multifaceted aspects of identity, The Tyranny of Identity offers valuable insights and perspectives that can enhance our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

Weight: 550g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032512648

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