Citizenship
A Very Short Introduction
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9780192802538
Publication date:
17/12/2008
Paperback
152 pages
170x110mm
Price: 350.00 INR
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ISBN:
9780192802538
Publication date:
17/12/2008
Paperback
152 pages
Part of Very Short Introductions
Richard Bellamy
Explores notions of citizenship from a political perspective, asking what citizenship is, and why it matters,Highly topical issue - citizenship has become a buzz-word for politicians of all stripes, moral leaders, and every kind of campaigning group from the global to the local level,Looks at the teaching of citizenship in schools, citizenship tests for immigrants, and the many different definitions and types of citizenship in modern society,Examines the challenges confronting the very possibility of citizenship today, the impact of globalization, and the desirability of 'global citizenship',Explores the many different theories of citizenship, and looks at concepts such as membership and belonging, and the relation between citizenship, rights, and democracy
Rights: OUP UK (INDIAN TERRITORY)
Richard Bellamy
Description
Interest in citizenship has never been higher. But what does it mean to be a citizen of a modern, complex community? Why is citizenship important? Can we create citizenship, and can we test for it?
In this fascinating Very Short Introduction, Richard Bellamy explores the answers to these questions and more in a clear and accessible way. He approaches the subject from a political perspective, to address the complexities behind the major topical issues. Discussing the main models of citizenship, exploring how ideas of citizenship have changed through time from ancient Greece to the present, and examining notions of rights and democracy,
he reveals the irreducibly political nature of citizenship today.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
About the author
Richard Bellamy, Professor of Political Science, and Director of the School of Public Policy, University College LondonRichard Bellamy
Table of contents
Preface
1:What is citizenship, and why does it matter?
2:Theories of citizenship and their history
3:Membership and belonging
4:Rights and the right to have rights
5:Democracy and participation
References and Further Reading
Index
Richard Bellamy
Description
Interest in citizenship has never been higher. But what does it mean to be a citizen of a modern, complex community? Why is citizenship important? Can we create citizenship, and can we test for it?
In this fascinating Very Short Introduction, Richard Bellamy explores the answers to these questions and more in a clear and accessible way. He approaches the subject from a political perspective, to address the complexities behind the major topical issues. Discussing the main models of citizenship, exploring how ideas of citizenship have changed through time from ancient Greece to the present, and examining notions of rights and democracy,
he reveals the irreducibly political nature of citizenship today.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
About the author
Richard Bellamy, Professor of Political Science, and Director of the School of Public Policy, University College LondonTable of contents
Preface
1:What is citizenship, and why does it matter?
2:Theories of citizenship and their history
3:Membership and belonging
4:Rights and the right to have rights
5:Democracy and participation
References and Further Reading
Index
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